The program fizzled after 10 years largely because of political tensions in the 1960s, but many credit that program with helping educate the business people and public officials who currently lead the country.
The ad shows Perry defending the policy of helping educate young students who are illegal immigrants (again, for rightwingers, that is like suggesting the Star Spangled Banner should be replaced with the Internationale).
A typical day might involve gathering data for a wildlife survey, feeding captive cheetahs and helping educate local farmers and children about the importance of conserving them, which is often seen as a problem animal.
Born in Washington, DC to a Bolivian immigrant, he is also a recent transplant to Orlando, where he works as an organizer with Mi Familia Vota, helping educate Latinos about their rights and getting them to the polls.
"I think the chancellor really needs to think this policy through very thoroughly and find a way to balance his need for classrooms and also realize that the not-for-profit agencies are valuable partners in helping educate students," said Dennis Walcott, president of the New York Urban League.
Editor's Note: Derek Andersen is the founder of Startup Grind, a 12-city event series helping educate, inspire, and connect entrepreneurs.
