I'm just not political. I have opinions, but there's nothing about the process that has ever interested me. I'm 22, and this is the first interview I've ever done in my life.

I decided to go to Latin America because many of my students in Washington emigrated from this region and inspired me to learn more about their home countries.

I don't think I'm portrayed in the media the way I really am - but then who is?

I don't think of myself as a policy expert. I think education is the most important thing.

I care what people who know me think of me.

I hope to continue writing. I hope to continue teaching.

I'm not the perfect bride after all.