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La Liga: Weekly Newsletter
April 21, 2020

Issue No. 10
LULAC.org [ [link removed] ]

Good morning,

We have a lot coming your way! Today, we highlight the CARES Act and how you can
join us for a webinar on hate. Also, sign up to receive our COVID-19 Latino
Impact Report for more on what can be done to support our communities being
affected most by the pandemic.

Here’s what else you should read in this issue:

1. Recordings of our most recent virtual events: See “LULAC in Action”.

2. Ford Driving Dreams update: See “Empower Through Access”.

3. Brief moments in our history: See “Highlights At Hand”.

By Diego Tum-Monge

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JUMP AHEAD

* LULAC In Action [ #LULAC_In_Action ]

* Empower Through Access [ #Empower_Through_Access ]

* In Latino News [ #In_Latino_News ]

* Highlights At Hand [ #Highlights_At_Hand ]

[ #Highlights_At_Hand ] Our Top Story
Here is what you should know.

COVID-19 Economic Relief Legislation

On March 27th, 2020, the House of Representatives passed the Coronavirus Aid,
Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) which President Trump then signed
into law. This $2 trillion allocation is part of the federal response intended to
help businesses and individuals during the COVID-19 pandemic. The following are
some highlights of the CARES Act:

* Direct cash relief: Most individuals earning less than $75,000 can expect a
one-time cash payment of $1,200. Married couples would each receive a check
and families would get $500 per child. Unfortunately, undocumented
individuals will not receive this check since only persons who file their
taxes with a Social Security number are eligible.

* Unemployment Insurance: Creates a temporary unemployment assistance program
during the pandemic for up to 39 weeks from Jan 27, 2020- Dec 31, 2020. Those
who qualify would receive $600 in addition to the state unemployment benefit.

* Community Health Centers: The bill provides $1.32 billion in immediate
additional funding for community-based centers that provide health care
services for roughly 28 million people.

There are many other provisions under the CARES Act including student loan
protections, and credit protection during the crisis. While this help was
welcomed, we know it is not enough to sustain vulnerable communities who are
experiencing the brunt of the pandemic. LULAC continues to fight for additional
relief in future legislative packets that is targeted to all workers, including
the undocumented and their families.

[ #Highlights_At_Hand ] LULAC In Action
Events, advocacy, and ways to get involved.

LULAC’s Latino Impact Report [ [link removed] ]

Communities of color in the U.S. are disproportionately being affected by the
COVID-19 pandemic. The government’s response will impact the Latino community for
years to come and set a precedent for how the essential needs of underserved
communities are addressed during a crisis.

Sign up to receive the COVID-19 Latino Impact Report [ [link removed] ]
to learn more about how Latinos are impacted by the pandemic and what the
government should do to support our communities.

LULAC is calling for a Pandemic Response Plan that takes into account the needs
of underserved communities of color. We are fighting for equity in sick leave,
unemployment and stimulus compensation, plus assistance for Latino-owned small
businesses and others affected by this crisis. We must ensure that COVID-19
testing and treatment are covered 100% by the Federal government for every person
in the United States. No one in the United States and Puerto Rico can be safe if
our most vulnerable are left without treatment.

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Webinar: Hate in the Time of Coronavirus [ [link removed] ]

Join us TOMORROW, April 22, at 4 PM EST (1 PM PST) for a webinar that highlights
the spread anti-Asian, anti-immigrant, and antisemetic messages and incidents
during the COVID-19 pandemic. Together, we can understand the state of hate and
combat it.

Speakers include:

* Alan Tacher, Host of “Despierta America” on Univision

* Sindy Benavides, LULAC CEO

* Aryeh Tuchman, Associate Director, Center on Extremism at the Anti-Defamation
League (ADL)

* Claudia Ruiz, Analyst, Policy Analyst Center at UnidosUS

* Monica Baurer, Director of Hispanic Affairs at ADL

Click here to register and to get the link to the webinar [ [link removed] ] .

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LULAC Councils Re-Charter Extension Date

Thursday, April 30, 2020

The LULAC National Executive Board of Directors has approved an extension for all
LULAC Councils to submit their re-charter applications, dues, rosters and
check-lists. All applications must be postmarked by April 30, 2020.

NEW applications for a LULAC Charter must be submitted to Membership Services [ [link removed] ]
(and postmarked at least 45 days prior to district/state/national conventions).
Membership Services will then review and process the new applications and send
out official CHARTERS.

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LULAC Press Conference: Labor Conditions of Food Workers [ [link removed] ]

Tuesday, April 14

LULAC press video conference to call attention to labor conditions of essential
food industry workers during COVID-19. We also honor the life of Saul L.
Sanchez--one of the four workers, who died in Greeley, Colorado from the virus.

Our Speakers:

* Domingo Garcia, LULAC National President

* Sindy Benavides, LULAC Chief Executive Officer

* Dolores Huerta, President of the Dolores Huerta Foundation, & Co-Founder of
United Farm Workers

* Kim Cordova, President of United Food and Commercial Workers Local 7 of
Colorado, represents the workers at the JBS meat processing plant in Greeley,
CO

* Beatriz Rangel, Daughter of Saul L. Sanchez, employee for 30-years at JBS in
Greeley, CO killed by COVID-19

Watch and share it through our official YouTube channel [ [link removed] ] .

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Submit your local event or stay up-to-date with our LULAC Calendar. [ [link removed] ]

[ [link removed] ] Empower Through Access
Programs and opportunities to bring back to your community.

Ford Driving Dreams

Adapting to a Virtual Learning Model

LULAC Council #4614 is supporting education for at-risk students as classes are
suspended due to COVID-19 in Richmond, Virginia. LULAC Council 4614 has continued
the meaningful work that shaped their education initiative through the Ford
Driving Dreams Alumni network. The LULAC Pa’lante Family Technology Center,
developed through Ford Driving Dreams, has served as a hub for students and their
families to obtain valuable education resources such as reading comprehension
support, ESL tutoring and mentoring. LULAC Council 4614 has adapted to the school
closures by creating a virtual support program providing students with academic
support as well as mentoring. This is ensuring students don’t fall behind or lose
their acquired language skills due to the class suspensions forced by COVID-19.

LULAC Councils in the Ford Driving Dreams program that are providing relief
efforts for students and communities during the pandemic are eligible to apply
for a COVID-19 Response Grant. For details, visit LULAC.org/covid19 [ [link removed] ]
or contact [email protected] [ mailto:[email protected] ] .

To learn more about the Ford Driving Dreams program, visit LULAC.org/ford [ [link removed] ] .

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Stay Connected!

LULAC is dedicated to bringing you up-to-date information and useful resources
every week for you and your family during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Visit our LULAC@Home page [ [link removed] ] where you can find more
updates, community events, opportunities to engage, and information on where to
turn if you or someone you know is in need of help.

We will continue to upload previous and future recordings of our virtual events
to this Facebook video playlist [ [link removed] ] .
Also, you can see our recent videos on YouTube [ [link removed] ]
to catch up with the events LULAC has hosted.

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Reminder: LULAC National Programs

In-person activities for all LULAC National Programs are suspended until further
notice. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and other national public health
officials are providing guidance which LULAC is taking into consideration to
protect our communities, members, and staff.

LULAC will continue to diligently deliver fresh, innovative programs so that we
can work to provide the same level of support and enthusiasm that has guided our
organization for the past 25 years. Thank you for your patience!

For questions or assistance, contact [email protected] [ mailto:[email protected] ]

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Support these programs and others by donating today! [ [link removed] ]

[ [link removed] ] In Latino News
The top stories for our community.

Upcoming Elections [ [link removed] ]
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Many states have taken measures to protect citizens from exposure during the
COVID-19 outbreak. However, we encourages you to do your civic duty and safely
vote. Here are the latest updates and related information about elections:

[ [link removed] ] Ohio Primaries [ [link removed] ]

Ohio closed its polls mid-March and has moved its presidential primary election
to April 28. Ballots must be postmarked by April 27 to be counted. Disabled
voters and people without a permanent address will be allowed to vote in person
at their local election boards. See the State Secretary’s answers to frequently
asked questions [ [link removed] ] .

[ [link removed] ] The New York Times
reported: “While Gov. Mike DeWine had initially proposed a June 2 primary as a
substitute, the Ohio legislature has moved the official date to April 28. Under
the new plan, approximately 7.8 million registered voters in Ohio will receive
postcards with instructions for applying for a ballot.” Read more on that story [ [link removed] ] .

After that... Guam and Kansas (May 2), Nebraska (May 12), Oregon (May 18)

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News and Updates

As Latinos lose jobs, remittances to their relatives in Latin America dry up [ [link removed] ]

Monday, April 20—NBC News highlighted: “The sudden end in remittances sent to
Latin America each year is affecting the well being of families and crippling the
economies of developing countries.”

Report: Undocumented students are a larger share of college enrollment than
previously thought [ [link removed] ]

Friday, April 17—Education Drive stated: “...these students ‘actively ready
themselves to fill critical skills shortages’ in fields such as healthcare and
teaching. Yet several financial hurdles can prevent them from finishing or even
enrolling in college.”

Latinos Will Be Key in 2020. Here’s How One News Outlet Will Cover the Race. [ [link removed] ]

Friday, April 17—City Limits spoke with Jesus Garcia, a digital writer at El
Diario, and stated: “...the concept of a ‘Latino vote’ is especially
oversimplified, encompassing as it does native citizens and immigrants, people
from various racial groups (White, Black, indigenous and more) and an
increasingly diverse mix of religious beliefs.”

Latinos Are Essential Workers. Will They Be Essential Voters? [ [link removed] ]

Thursday, April 16—The New York Times reported: “In Iowa, [LULAC] officials have
begun to press employers in the meatpacking industry to provide safer conditions
for workers, hundreds of whom are working in cramped spaces without protective
gear.”

Hispanic Caucus demands protections for agricultural workers in next coronavirus
bill [ [link removed] ]

Wednesday, April 15—The Hill described: “The Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC)
called on legislative leaders Wednesday to include salary, social safety net and
immigration protections for farmworkers in any future coronavirus relief
packages.” Read their letter [ [link removed] ] .

Life Of A Seasonal Farmworker In The Time Of Coronavirus [ [link removed] ]

Monday, April 13—Latino Rebels shared an interview conversation between Julio
Ricardo Varela and Misael, a worker from Mexico who earns a living in the United
States under the H2-A guest worker program. Latino Rebels wrote: “...these
workers still lack basic protections.”

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Local Council Spotlights

Rest In Peace: Mendez Jr., Desidoro Rosalez D.R. [ [link removed] ]

Tuesday, April 14—The Eagle noted: “One of Desi's proudest affiliations was with
L.U.L.A.C. While living in Houston, he served as Vice-President to Council #402
from 1980 – 1983. He later would move to Bryan and was involved with L.U.L.A.C
Council #229 until his passing.”

'Racist behavior': LULAC denounces Salinas council member Tony Villegas in letter
to the city [ [link removed] ]

Monday, April 13—KSBW8 (local news) stated: “In a letter to Salinas' Mayor, Joe
Gunter and the Salinas City Council, Salinas League of United Latin American
Citizens (LULAC) described a video from council member Tony Villegas as,
‘disturbing and racist.’” Read more of this story with Monterey County Weekly [ [link removed] ] .

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LULAC in the News

Latinos Feeding the Nation During the Pandemic Are Being Left Behind [ [link removed] ]
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Friday, April 17—Remezcla

LULAC asks Iowa meat factories to prioritize workers' safety [ [link removed] ]
[ [link removed] ]
Thursday, April 16—KTVO

LULAC Launches #AyudaEnEspañol Initiative To Provide Critical, COVID-19-Related
Resources In Spanish [ [link removed] ]
Thursday, April 16—PR Newswire

Latino Man Is First To Die As Part Of Nation’s Largest Coronavirus Cluster [ [link removed] ]
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Thursday, April 16—NPR’s Latino USA

Latinos' coronavirus deaths at meat processing plant raise alarms about worker
safety [ [link removed] ]
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Tuesday, April 14—NBC News

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Our Press Releases

LULAC Launches #AyudaEnEspañol Initiative To Provide Critical, COVID-19-Related
Resources In Spanish [ [link removed] ]
Thursday, April 16— Read it in Spanish [ [link removed] ] .

COVID-19 Latino Impact Report [ [link removed] ]
Tuesday, April 14

Letter to Congress Urging Additional Funding for Election Assistance in Response
to COVID-19 [ [link removed] ]
Monday, April 13

Read our latest press releases published at LULAC.org [ [link removed] ] .

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Do you have a special story? Connect with us via email! [ mailto:[email protected] ]

[ mailto:[email protected] ] Highlights At Hand
Moments of the week you might have missed.

Latino Discovery Hub
Look here to find new authors, stories, artists, podcasts, and social influencers
who helped shape the identities, cultures, and thoughts of your fellow readers.

This week is about: LATINA HERSTORY

Selena Day [ [link removed] ]

In case you missed it, this special day celebrated the impact of Selena
Quintanilla, a young Texas singer and cultural icon, 25 years after her death [ [link removed] ] .
We enjoyed the inspiring messages everyone shared on Twitter [ [link removed] ] .
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Dr. Mari-Luci Jaramillo: First Latina Ambassador Of The US [ [link removed] ]

In an interview with Dr. Cecilia Navarrete, Verónica Sanchez and Ann Uremovich,
Cristina Baccin highlighted the life and legacy of the first Latina Ambassador.
KUNM affirmed: “Throughout her career as a teacher, scholar, community leader,
and writer, she focused on education, bilingualism and Latina´s rights.”
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10 Latina Pioneers of the 19th, 20th and 21st Centuries [ [link removed] ]

Here’s a list of Latinas who became pioneers by defying stereotypes in their
fields and countries. See how many you might recognize.
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Mujeres of LULAC [ [link removed] ]

These are the accomplishments and highlights of our women in LULAC. We
acknowledge and are inspired by the dedication of Latinas in our organization and
the Latino community’s history.


[ [link removed] ] Share your favorite icons via email. [ mailto:[email protected] ]

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Engage with us online.

Use @LULAC and #LULAC for a chance to be in the next issue of La Liga!

Local LULAC Council 25001 of Huntsville, Alabama continued to volunteer to help
feed families in need.

Last week, NALEO [ [link removed] ] hosted a Latino Week of Action to
encourage Latinos to get counted in the census.

Local leaders and organizers, including the DC Latino Caucus [ [link removed] ] ,
have turned to LULAC’s COVID-19 page as a source of information for their
communities.

Eva Longoria and other celebrities, like Melissa Fumero [ [link removed] ]
and Danny Trejo [ [link removed] ] ,
have shared #AyudaEnEspañol [ [link removed] ]
for those they care about and millions of Hispanics in need.

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That’s all we have for you today. Stay safe and connected.

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WHAT’S NEXT?

* New updates have been made to our LULAC@Home page. Check it out! [ [link removed] ]

* Look ahead to the Spring 2020 edition of LULAC News [ [link removed] ] .
Coming soon!

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