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La Liga: Weekly Newsletter
June 17, 2020

Issue No. 17
LULAC.org [ [link removed] ]

Good morning,

We invite you to take action with us on Juneteenth -- Friday, June 19 -- to rise
up against anti-blackness and institutional racism on this historic commemoration
of the ending of slavery in the U.S. We share our commitment to supporting
Dreamers regardless of the DACA decision by the U.S. Supreme Court.

Here’s what else you will find in this issue:

1. Live discussion with Latina Styles Inc.

2. LGBTQ workers’ rights Supreme Court decision.

3. Celebrating 10 years of impact with Ford Driving Dreams.

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.

We’re Ready

Dreamers will not be left behind.

Monday, June 15 marked the 8th anniversary of the Deferred Action for Childhood
Arrivals (DACA) authorized by President Barack Obama as a result of the
relentless strength and dedication of immigrant youths to stop deportations of
minors brought to the United States. In 2017, President Trump put 800,000 DACA
recipients and their families at risk of deportation again when he chose to kill
DACA.

Now, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) is deliberating DACA’s fate.
This decision is crucial and many are unsure of its direction. The Supreme Court
could overturn the protections for Dreamers, decide to phase it out over time or
require Congress to meet additional regulatory requirements.

Whatever may be ahead, immigrant youth are organizing again. They are doing what
they can to get ready, share resources and support each other. Also, they are
standing in solidarity with Black people in this country, including Black
undocumented immigrants, as they lead movements and campaigns in their cities and
states to end racial discrimination and injustice.

Similarly, LULAC is prepared to support and defend Dreamers all across the
country. We are gearing up for an imminent decision by the Supreme Court, which
could range from a possible deportation decision on one end of the spectrum all
the way to the other; an opportunity to legalize their presence in the United
States. Whatever the outcome, together we will make sure Dreamers remain safe and
a welcomed part of our communities. You can join us too by connecting with Home
Is Here [ [link removed] ] . Stay tuned as we release more information on
how you can get involved and help through our Todos o Nada campaign [ [link removed] ]
which will seek to assist Dreamers across the country.

[ [link removed] ] LULAC In Action
Events, advocacy, and ways to get involved.

Leading Latino Organizations in the New World

Friday, June 19 at 11 a.m. CST

Register [ [link removed] ] and join Sindy Benavides, LULAC National
CEO, for a virtual session with leaders of major national organizations, hosted
by LATINA Style Inc. [ [link removed] ]

Tune in to also hear from Thomas Savino of Prospanica [ [link removed] ]
and Marco A Davis of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute [ [link removed] ]
on how Latino leaders must continue to manage the COVID-19 pandemic and help show
us the way in the recovery and beyond.

Get access to this webinar and be notified by registering today. [ [link removed] ]

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Communities, Climate, Equity and Policy

Watch Domingo Garcia, LULAC National President, speak with Sarita Turner, Vice
President for U.S. Programs at the Institute For Sustainable Communities, at the
latest Let’s Talk Climate webcast [ [link removed] ]
by ecoAmerica [ [link removed] ] .

Communities of color, front-line communities, recent immigrants, and low-income
neighborhoods are disproportionately impacted by climate but often left out of
solutions and strategy. How can city and county leaders be more intentional to
take action that brings solutions and equity? What are some strategies they can
use to dismantle the structural bias in our civic, business, and social systems?
Their decisions can help ensure that communities of color are leading in climate
solutions and repairing the historic disinvestment that has caused our
communities to be more vulnerable. Watch the discussion now [ [link removed] ] .

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Newest Episode of “InformaGente”

Leveraging the Power of Celebrity Voices

InformaGente’s recent conversation presents actress Melissa Barrera, star of the
upcoming film In the Heights [ [link removed] ] --the film
adaptation of the Tony-award winning musical by Lin-Manuel Miranda--and Gina Da
Silva, Senior Policy Advisor for Immigration in Governor Gavin Newsom's Office.
Their talk centers around disaster preparedness, the COVID-19 Immigrant Resource
Guide, and important services that are available to all Californians, without
regard to their immigration status.

Watch the conversation with Eréndira Ibarra!

* Watch and share it in English [ [link removed] ]

* Watch and share it in Spanish [ [link removed] ]

LULAC is proud of its partnership with Listos California [ [link removed] ] ,
a statewide disaster preparedness campaign anchored in the Governor’s Office of
Emergency Services (Cal OES), and the National Hispanic Foundation for the Arts
(NHFA) [ [link removed] ] . This engaging online series helps
increase awareness of the importance of emergency preparedness within Latino
communities.

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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.

10 Years of Turning Dreams Into Reality

Ford Driving Dreams Program

LULAC and Ford Motor Company Fund are celebrating 10 years of turning dreams into
reality for students across the nation through the Ford Driving Dreams Program.
More than 2,500 students have participated in the high school dropout prevention
program which provides access to educational support, mentoring, college prep,
career readiness, STEM workshops, and much more!

As we respond to the ongoing public health crisis, Ford Driving Dreams is
continuing its legacy of driving the education of our nation’s youth further as
we transition and adapt to online learning models.

To read more about this successful program, visit www.LULAC.org/blog [ [link removed] ] .

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In Precision Medicine We Trust

Representation in medical research matters.

LULAC is celebrating the All of Us Research Program’s second anniversary since
its national launch. As a part of the program’s Community and Provider Gateway
Initiative, our organization serves as a partner with a rich history of
grassroots work in the Latino community, LULAC is proud to work together toward
improving health for future generations by creating educational activities that
raise awareness and by inviting our community to participate.

It is so critical for Latinos to be well represented in medical research to
ensure our community benefits from future medical advances in treatments and
prevention strategies to enjoy healthier and longer lives. Read our blog post to
learn more about its history and significance [ [link removed] ] .

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Desarrollando Resiliencia Empresarial: Cómo Mantener Su Negocio Funcionando

Tuesday, June 23 at 3:00 p.m. EST

LULAC will be hosting a Spanish virtual workshop [ [link removed] ] ,
in partnership with America’s Small Business Development Center and the Grow with
Google Team. We will talk during this workshop about creating a plan that
prepares you and your small business for difficult times, whether it is a
pandemic or natural disaster. Also, we will explain some of the most effective
tools and steps necessary to make sure you protect your small business before
disasters happen.

Share it and do not let others miss out on this great opportunity!
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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] ]

Many states have taken measures [ [link removed] ]
to protect citizens from exposure during the COVID-19 outbreak. Here are the
latest updates and what you should keep an eye on.

Tuesday, June 23

Kentucky [ [link removed] ] will hold its state and
presidential primary elections which were originally scheduled for May 19.
Mississippi [ [link removed] ] will
hold a Republican runoff election between Brian Flowers and Thomas Carey in the
2nd Congressional District [ [link removed] ] .
The Democratic presidential primary in New York [ [link removed] ]
was reinstated by court order and will now be held in conjunction with the
state’s primary election. Also, there will be a Republican runoff election for
North Carolina [ [link removed] ] ’s 11th Congressional
District [ [link removed] ] .
South Carolina [ [link removed] ] will have various
state runoff elections as scheduled. Virginia [ [link removed] ]
will hold its state primary elections which were originally scheduled for June 9.

Tuesday, June 30

Colorado [ [link removed] ] , Oklahoma [ [link removed] ] ,
and Utah [ [link removed] ] will hold their state primaries as
scheduled.

Up Next… July 7: Delaware, New Jersey; July 11: Louisiana; July 14: Alabama,
Maine, Texas.

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News and Updates

Supreme Court rules LGBTQ workers are protected from job discrimination [ [link removed] ]

Monday, June 15—NBC News announced: “The Supreme Court ruled Monday that existing
federal law forbids job discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation or
transgender status, a major victory for advocates of gay rights and for the
nascent transgender rights movement — and a surprising one from an increasingly
conservative court.”

The Pandemic-Era Rebrand of Family Separation [ [link removed] ]

Monday, June 15—The New Republic reported: “In the middle of a pandemic, they
said, ICE was asking detained immigrants to choose between family separation and
indefinite incarceration.”

Jesse and Joy Show Solidarity With LGBTQ People in ‘Love (Es Nuestro Idioma)’ [ [link removed] ]

Monday, June 15—Rolling Stones highlighted: “Brother-sister duo Jesse and Joy
speak out in support of the LGBTQ community in their new pop-cumbia single, ‘Love
(Es Nuestro Idioma),’ which translates to ‘Love (Is Our Language).’

Supreme Court To Deliver DACA Ruling Amid Protests, Pandemic [ [link removed] ]

Sunday, June 14—NPR provided a spotlight: “Some 27,000 health care workers risk
deportation, including Ana Laura Gonzales, a nurse in Texas.”

Latino officers are helping diversify police. Can they help reform the ranks? [ [link removed] ]

Saturday, June 13—NBC News wrote: “As more Latinos join police and federal law
enforcement agencies, the dividing lines are increasingly blurred.

Chicago State [University] launches new program to address black, Latino wealth
gap [ [link removed] ]

Friday, June 12—Chicago Sun Times noted: “The new Cougar Commitment Initiative
will address not only the academic support new students may need but also the
financial and personal challenges that may prevent some students from enrolling
and later graduating.”

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Local Council and National Partner Spotlights

NCTA - The Internet & Television Association [ [link removed]. ]

Michael Powell, President, and CEO of NCTA: The Internet & Television
Association, one of LULAC’s corporate partners, wrote an honest and captivating
blog on why businesses of America need to put economic, social power towards
fostering equality.

Denton LULAC President speaks on local water initiative [ [link removed] ]

Saturday, June 13—The Denton Record-Chronicle

Job Opportunities Available with Molson Coors Beverage Company [ [link removed] ]

Not a paid ad—At Molson Coors Beverage Company beer brings us together, and our
differences make us stronger. We welcome broad experiences, a growth mindset, and
bold new ideas. We are influenced by culture and community, which inspires new
products, strengthens partnerships, and brings us closer to our consumers.

We welcome you to explore our multiple career opportunities (i.e. IT, HR,
Finance, Supply Chain, Sales, Legal and Corporate Affairs). To learn more about
Molson Coors Beverage Company job opportunities, please visit Careers.

Highlight on Johnny Mata, 40-year activist with LULAC [ [link removed] ]

Saturday, June 13—The Houston Chronicle

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LULAC in the News

A new name for Ft. Hood? Trump says no, but discussion continues [ [link removed] ]

Monday, June 15—Caller Times

Reward for info on missing Fort Hood soldier now up to $25,000 [ [link removed] ]

Monday, June 15—The Statesman

UCLA Voting Rights Project Files to Intervene as Defendants in RNC V. Newsom on
Behalf of LULAC & California LULAC [ [link removed] ]

Sunday, June 14—The Chicago Crusader

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Our Press Releases

*Selected highlights from the week

LULAC: Administration’s Act Against The Transgender Community Is Cruel And Wrong [ [link removed] ]

Sunday, June 14

On the 51st Anniversary of the Stonewall Rights, LULAC Honors Pride Month [ [link removed] ]

Tuesday, June 9

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: PAGES TO FOLLOW

In light of Juneteenth coming up, we encourage you to connect with your local
community organizing groups to help commemorate the end of slavery in the U.S.
and rise up against racism in our society. Here’s a short list of organizations
you can follow on a national level:

The National Urban League [ [link removed] ]

Watch or join NUL’s 17th Annual Virtual Policy Conference which started 2 days
ago. [ [link removed] ]

Black Lives Matter [ [link removed] ]
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Movement 4 Back Lives [ [link removed] ]
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NAACP [ [link removed] ]
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Reclaim the Block [ [link removed] ]
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Color of Change [ [link removed] ]

[ [link removed] ] Next week is an LGBTQ SPOTLIGHT. Share your
ideas 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!

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That's it for NOW. Stay safe for this weekend of actions [ [link removed] ] .

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WHAT’S NEXT?

* Stay connected with us on Facebook [ [link removed] ] .

* Look ahead: Join us for the national Grow With Google [ [link removed] ]
with ASBDC next Tuesday.

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