Brothers setting example for younger Hispanic generations in North Alabama
Credit: WAAY ABC Huntsville, AL
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Happening now it's hispanic heritage month and we want to honor some hispanic leaders in our community.
We start with 2 brothers in north alabama who have created history and hope to set an example to the younger generation.
I think it reminds both of us the responsibility that we have as those of hispanic descent.
We see young people every day who have similar names to us, who look like us and when we deal with these young people they certainly recognize the name.
They recognize we are like them, and we want to make sure we are setting the right example.
We want them to shoot for the very best for their lives.
I'm the first hispanic male to ever hold the position of superintendent in the state of alabama.
My brother is one of the first to be a trooper.
Both of our parents... a strong example is probably an understatement.
My father.
I never really recall him taking off work.
I always remember him going to work.
If they ever called him, he was going to work.
He was constantly focused on providing for my brother, my mother and myself.
That's got to be the absolute most motivating factor and influence in my life.
We do what we do because we both want to serve.
We both enjoy serving this particular county.
Our family has served this county since 1977.
As adam mentioned our mother being a teacher, him being in law enforcement and me being here in education.
Our family has been about service to the community.
It's been an honor and a priviledge to be able to serve and allow those people who have similar backgrounds to us that with hard work and dedication anyone can succeed in this country.
Both brothers say they want to follow in their father's footsteps and hope to serve the community for years to come.
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