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LULAC SALUTES A TRAILBLAZER FOR EQUITY AND EXCELLENCE: HONORING ROBERT SANTOS'
LEADERSHIP AT THE U.S. CENSUS BUREAU
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Nation's Oldest and Largest Latino Civil Rights Organization Thanks the First
Latino to Serve as Director of the 123-Year Agency that Counts America's
Population

Washington, DC – The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) bids
farewell to a historic leader whose commitment to data integrity and equity has
left an indelible mark on our country and championed millions of historically
undercounted individuals.

"We thank Robert Santos for his exceptional service to the U.S. Census Bureau,
serving as director since 2022," says Roman Palomares, LULAC National President
and Chairman of the Board. "His guidance has been invaluable at the nation's
foremost and largest federal statistical agency during one of its most critical
periods. We are indebted to him for leading the team that collected and published
data through the decennial census, the American Community Survey, and other
surveys, informing and improving national decision-making in the public, private,
and nonprofit sectors," Palomares added.

Santos was instrumental in pushing back against efforts that would have
undermined the 2020 Census, including attempts to end counting prematurely and
add a citizenship question that threatened to suppress participation among Latino
and Asian American communities. His tenure as director embodied his lifelong
dedication to statistical integrity and social equity, ensuring that every
community—regardless of background—was counted and recognized.

"History shall bear out that Santos was the right person, of integrity and
experience when America needed these values the most," said Palomares. "His
career as a nationally recognized statistician restored confidence in the Census
Bureau. Also, being the first Latino to head the Bureau instilled hope among
millions of underrepresented communities when President Biden appointed him after
years of interference by the first Trump administration. LULAC is proud of
Director Santos' service, and he will remain our friend," Palomares concluded.

LULAC honors Robert Santos as he embarks on his next chapter for his
groundbreaking leadership, principled fairness, and accuracy. His impact on
public policy and the communities that rely on it will be felt for generations.

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About LULAC
The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) is the nation's oldest and
largest Latino civil rights organization. Founded in 1929, LULAC is committed to
advancing the rights and opportunities of Latino Americans through advocacy,
community building, and education. With a growing network of councils nationwide,
LULAC remains steadfast in its mission to protect and empower millions of
Latinos, contributing daily to America's prosperity. For more information about
LULAC and its initiatives, please visit www.LULAC.org [ [link removed] ] .















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