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August 22, 2023
Contact: David Cruz - (818) 689-9991 Mobile
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LULAC URGES CAUTION IN MAKING CHANGES TO HISTORICAL PRACTICES OF PROCLAMATIONS
RECOGNIZING INDIVIDUALS, GROUPS, AND EVENTS OR ACHIEVEMENTS
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Nation's Oldest and Largest Latino Civil Rights Organization Says Actions to
Eliminate Selective Proclamations Violates Equal Constitutional Rights
August 21, 2023 — The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) is issuing
a stern call for caution to the Polk County Florida Public Schools concerning
their intended changes to issuing proclamations recognizing individuals, groups,
events, and achievements within the community. LULAC firmly believes that the
planned actions to eliminate selective proclamations will compromise the
protection of equal constitutional rights for all residents.
Lydia Medrano, LULAC National Vice-President for the Southeast, emphasizes,
"LULAC urges Polk County Public Schools officials to act in the interest of all
its residents and stakeholders. We must unify in acknowledging the many
contributions of people representing all areas of our community. To do anything
less is regressive and will only return our state to the past, something LULAC
will not allow silently to happen."
"The League of United Latin American Citizens stands united against any measures
undermining inclusivity and equal recognition of all community members. LULAC
Florida State Director Eliseo Santana underscores this stance, "The actions of
the Polk County School Board are being watched very carefully, and LULAC stands
with the LGBTQ community and all members of our diverse populations who
contribute greatly to the vibrancy of our state. To exclude them from a
recognition that acknowledges their presence, talents, and rights to live and
work in our country is simply wrong, and LULAC opposes it."
LULAC's statement comes in response to an announcement made by Polk County school
officials, signaling their consideration of changes to the issuance of
proclamations. Specifically, during the school board meeting on Tuesday, August
22, 2023, the Polk County School Board Board is poised to make crucial decisions
about its proclamation policy. These proclamations span a wide range of critical
topics, from Domestic Violence Abuse Awareness, Special Education Awareness, and
Veterans' recognitions to proclamations that acknowledge the diverse identities
of the community. These include essential observances such as Hispanic Heritage
Month, African American History Month, LGBTQ History Month, Women's History
Month, and many others.
Lydia Medrano reiterates LULAC's commitment to safeguarding the rights of all
individuals, stating, "LULAC is on watch and will not relent until all
communities are celebrated in fulfillment of America's promise."
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About LULAC
The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) is the nation’s largest and
oldest civil rights volunteer-based organization that empowers Hispanic Americans
and builds strong Latino communities. Headquartered in Washington, DC, with 1,000
councils around the United States and Puerto Rico, LULAC’s programs, services and
advocacy address the most important issues for Latinos, meeting critical needs of
today and the future. For more information, visit www.LULAC.org [ [link removed] ] .
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