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" As a Latino growing up in Spanish harlem, it's not easy trying not to be hot-headed. "

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" Listen, the Latin people, I love the Latin people. They are so loyal to you. Even if you haven't been on TV for thirty years, they still love you. And they cherish you and give you respect. You're not fast food in the Latin market. "