After winning a special election, she flipped her district from Democrat to Republican and became the first Mexican born Latina to serve in the House. At today's event, Florida says being Hispanic plays a huge role in her value. I'm Hispanic. I was born in Mexico, came here to the United States when I was a little girl and I've accomplished the American dream. So Hispanics resonate with my story and I resonate with them and I want them to see my story and how I've accomplished so much and inspire them and inspire … (00:34–00:40)
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Asserts that she was born in Mexico and achieved the American dream in the United States.
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