"" I came to admire Mr. Rodriguez's knowledgeability and insight, as well as his considerable organization and communication skills.  .. I was particuarly impressed with the openness and accessibility of Mr. Rodriguez's leadership, and his ready willingness to work with local supporters.  Perhaps even more important, I was stuck by the "intangibles" Mr. Rodriguez brought to his work:  he is discreet, reliable, flexible, and completely trustworthy.  ..  Sam Rodriguez is an astute, resourceful individual who will improve the quality and effectiveness of any organization he joins because he offers such an attractive mix of skills, experience, and intellectual curiosity."

-- Jim McDermott, Member of Congress 

"We have found Mr. Rodriguez to have an unusual commitment to California's working families and to the issues that are importnant to the state's building and construction trade unions.  His expertise in these areas has been a valuable and continuing resource that will be needed in the years to come."

--  Robert L. Balgenorth, President State Building and Construction Trades Council of California

" Sam showed a command of media messaging , and used me and other surrogates effectively to amplify the campaign's message in TV, radio, and print.  He developed realtionships with a wide range of political leaders, political leaders, and fundraisers in the state (of Washington). "

--  Camron F. Kerry, Mintz. Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky, and Popeo, P.C.

" At the federal level (Sam Rodriguez) has been especially effective in communicating to our collegues a clear and concise case on the importance of the Workforce Investment Act, WIA one stop career system, WIA rapid response for mass layoffs and other needs of dislocated workers."

--  Thomas J. Downey, Chairman Downey McGrath Group, Inc.

"I was particularly impressed with (Sam Rodriguez's) superb communication style.  His willingness to listen and solicit advice before proceeding with policy announcements was most welcome.  Sam and his staff were extremely professional and knowledgeable, and went the extra mile to include me in strategy and planning. 

One of my top priorites is reaching out to ethnic and racial constituencies, and Sam excelled when it came to implementing the field plan for Asian Pacific Islander American constituency here in Washington.  Voter turnout far exceeded any orevious numbers and Sam delivered vote goals that will set a new bar for subsequnt elections.  It is quite evident that Sam is a talented professional with a bright future."

-- Gary Locke, Governor  State of Washington

"Sam has outstanding interpersonal skills, he is a seasoned organizer, he is mature far beyond his years, he has a large network of supporters and allies, and he has a basic political savvy and work ethic that, in my opinion is unparalleled". "

-- Ted R.  Willhite, ESQ  Co-Chair of the Washington State Kerry Finance Commitee