Disappointment after Dream Act's defeat

He recently revealed his undocumented status and was in Washington, D.C. when it was voted down. Now, he says he wants to see his fellow students work even harder.

"I want them all to run for student government positions. I want them all to go out for the head of the football team, and just get involved more in the community to show the American people we can be a part of this nation."

Ramirez also said he and others will not give up in the fight to pass the Dream Act. He says they'll continue to push for the legislation when the new congress begins.