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<p>Early in life, I discovered the importance and the relationship between health and performance.</p>
<p>While in the military, I worked in a chapel located where all new recruits in that region were sent to do basic training. As the chaplain’s assistant, I saw their loneliness first hand and often discussed the importance of prayer with them. Fear of the unknown, the missing friends and family left them physically unable to serve; upon medical diagnosis many were directed to report to what the military calls “sick bay”.</p>

<p><span style="font-size: large;">(The Impact on the Poor)</span></p>
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<strong>Committee on Chicano Rights</strong></p>

Commentary:
By Roberto Carmona

I have had the opportunity to serve as a leadership development trainer for the undergraduate interns from the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI). I have worked with many talented interns that will one day serve as leaders of our nation.