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A message from League of United Latin American Citizens
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September 7, 2023
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LULAC CELEBRATES HISTORIC CONFIRMATION OF ANNA GOMEZ AS FCC COMMISSIONER
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Nation's Oldest and Largest Latino Civil Rights Organization Says Confirmation
Victory Opens the Way for Diversity and Inclusion Within a Powerful
Decision-Making Agency
Washington, DC – LULAC says this is a momentous occasion that underscores the
significance of diversity and inclusivity in American leadership and
wholeheartedly celebrates the confirmation of Anna Gomez as Commissioner to the
Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Ms. Gomez's confirmation marks a
historic milestone, as she becomes the first Latina to hold this esteemed
position in more than two decades. LULAC extends its warmest congratulations to
Commissioner Gomez for this well-deserved achievement.
Domingo Garcia, LULAC's national president, expressed his sentiments on this
historic occasion, stating, "LULAC congratulates Commissioner Gomez on her
appointment to the FCC at a time when historic advances in digital technology are
impacting every aspect of our lives, and Latinos must be at the table when these
decisions are made. Her skills and experience have earned Ms. Gomez this
position, and LULAC is poised and ready to work with her on the critical issues
at hand which the FCC oversees."
The U.S. Senate's resounding 55-43 vote to confirm Anna Gomez as an FCC
Commissioner is a testament to her remarkable qualifications and dedication to
advancing critical communications policies. Gomez, a seasoned veteran in the
field with an impressive track record, currently serves as a communications
policy adviser for the State Department. Her expertise and commitment to the
public interest make her an invaluable addition to the FCC. This confirmation
also holds immense significance for the future of telecommunications and
broadband regulation in the United States. With Gomez taking her place as the
third Democratic seat on the five-member commission, the FCC is now restored to
full strength.
Lupe Torres, LULAC's national vice president for women, echoed these sentiments,
emphasizing the long-needed nature of Commissioner Gomez's confirmation. She
remarked, "The confirmation of Commissioner Gomez is long overdue and signals to
the power brokers of Washington that Latinas are presente, qualified, and ready
to lead and collaborate on the critical technological and communications issues
of our times. We salute Commissioner Gomez and look forward to meeting with her
in the near future."
Gomez's confirmation is vital to reinstating essential safeguards, such as net
neutrality regulations prohibiting internet service providers from blocking or
throttling content. Moreover, it opens the door for the FCC to engage in more
vigorous oversight of the telecommunications sector, aligning with President
Biden's 2021 executive order, which called for the possibility of imposing
stricter utility-style regulations under Title II of the Communications Act of
1934.
LULAC is eager to collaborate with Commissioner Gomez in addressing the pressing
issues that lie ahead, and we remain committed to advocating for the interests
and well-being of the Latinx community and all Americans in the realm of
communications policy. This historic moment is a shining example of the progress
we can achieve when prioritizing diversity and expertise in our leadership.
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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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