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December 1, 2023
Contact: David Cruz - (818) 689-9991 Mobile
[email protected] [ mailto:[email protected] ]



LULAC Mourns the Passing of a Brave Latina Mother Who Fought for Justice
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Nation's Oldest and Largest Latino Civil Rights Organization Pays Tribute to
Bessie Rodriguez, Mother of Santos Rodriguez, Whose Life Was Tragically Cut Short
in 1973 at the Hands of Dallas PD at the Tender Age of 12

Washington, DC - In a solemn moment of reflection, the League of United Latin
American Citizens (LULAC) extends its heartfelt condolences and pays tribute to
the late Bessie Rodriguez, a resilient Latina mother who, with unwavering
determination, sought justice for her son Santos Rodriguez, killed on July 24,
1973.

Domingo Garcia, LULAC National President, expressed the organization's deep
sorrow, stating, "LULAC grieves the passing of Bessie Rodriguez, who stood up and
cried out for justice after the killing of her son at the hands of a police
officer in a heinous act of Russian roulette with the life of a child."

Fifty years ago, Santos and his brother David were abruptly taken from their beds
by Dallas police officers Darrell Cain and Roy Arnold. Placed in a squad car, the
young boys were subjected to interrogation in an attempt to coerce a confession
for a crime they did not commit. In a shocking turn of events, Cain resorted to
Russian roulette, placing the gun in Santos' face, a cruel and unnecessary act
that resulted in tragedy.

Domingo Garcia, reflecting on his personal connection with Bessie Rodriguez,
stated, "I had the privilege and honor of knowing Bessie, and can say without
equivocation that she never gave up believing her son's death could serve a
greater purpose only if we as a Latino community fought so that others would not
have to suffer the pain and loss she had endured."

Despite the injustice and heartbreak, Bessie Rodriguez never wavered in her
belief that her son's death could spark change. LULAC pledges to honor her legacy
by continuing the fight for justice and the defense of every Latino man, woman,
and child in our country. In the words of Domingo Garcia, "We pledge to her that
LULAC will never stop fighting for justice." Bessie, may you rest in peace, and
may your legacy continue to rest in power."

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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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