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A message from League of United Latin American Citizens



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LULAC CELEBRATES JULY 4TH TO HONOR OUR FREEDOMS AND INDEPENDENCE
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Washington, DC - The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC), the
Nation’s oldest and largest civil rights organization in the U.S., honors and
recognizes those individuals that serve our country by defending and protecting
our freedoms and liberties that define the United States of America, on this
Independence Day.

LULAC honors the extraordinary courage and resilience of the countless, and at
times faceless, Latino soldiers, young and old, who through their sacrifice have
added a deeper meaning to our patriotic displays and profound national pride.
Many continue to fight for the land they call their own even while being
undocumented, resulting in deportation and separation from their families, even
though they fought for freedoms and rights they themselves do not have. LULAC
extends heartfelt gratitude to all service members, past, present, and future,
for their dedication and sacrifices.

"On this July 4th, LULAC pauses to celebrate with all Americans how blessed we
are to live in the USA," says Roman Palomares, LULAC National President. "We
reiterate our thanks and profound respect to all the defenders of our liberties.
We will continue to fight for the rights and protection of all our veterans,
especially those that have been deported even after they loyally and honorably
served in the military. LULAC is committed to working with our elected members of
Congress to ensure that every service member now living far away from home is
brought back and allowed to live in the country they defended and sacrificed so
much for," adds Palomares.

In 2024, Latinos comprise a sizable portion of the U.S. military, reflecting
their long-standing commitment to the nation. According to the Department of
Defense, approximately 16% of active-duty service members are Latino, a number
that has steadily increased over the years. This statistic underscores the
historical dedication and contributions of Latinos from the United States and
Puerto Rico to the U.S. military, exemplifying their unwavering patriotism and
service.

"America is the nation it is today because its founders envisioned a land of
opportunity for all who came to make it their new home," continues Palomares.
"Now it is up to us to make sure that it continues to be that land of promise and
not turn back the clock on our civil rights. LULAC embodies the spirit of civic
engagement. As we join with family and friends this July 4, may we rededicate
ourselves and remain committed to exercising our right to vote this November, a
right that millions of undocumented individuals and our 538,000 DACA recipients
still do not have. We must use our voices as a call to action. The lives of those
that have been lost cannot be in vain."

This July 4th, we honor their legacy by reaffirming our commitment to justice,
equality, and the promise of a better future for all, especially those that
continue to be marginalized.

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About League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC)
The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) is the nation’s largest and
oldest Latino civil rights volunteer-based organization that empowers Latinos and
builds strong Latino communities. Headquartered in Washington, DC, with 535
Councils and 145,000 members across the United States and Puerto Rico, LULAC’s
programs, services, and advocacy address the most important issues for Latinos,
meeting the critical needs of today and the future. For more information, visit
www.LULAC.org [ [link removed] ] .















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