• "Social Security privatization is, nowadays, the single most important step toward a society of liberty. It combines personal freedom with widespread property ownership, and those are the pillars of a free society."

 

Edward H. Crane, president Cato Institute

 

• "José, thanks for coming to Austin to share your wisdom. Congratulations on making a difference."

 

George W. Bush, President of the United States

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• "We can learn a great deal from your country's bold initiative. José, you are a strong and thoughtful voice. Your legacy is secure."

 

Mack McLarty, chief of staff to President Bill Clinton

 

• "The general broad principles, which are somewhat similar to the Chilean type system, are a valuable first step in moving toward a solution."

 

Alan Greenspan, chairman, Federal Reserve

 

• "As an African American and former welfare mother, I can't imagine anything more empowering to the working poor than Jose's proposal of personal retirement accounts for everybody."

 

Star Parker, president, CURE