Pelosi Statement on Hispanic Heritage Month

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

San Francisco – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today in commemoration of Hispanic Heritage Month, which begins on Tuesday:

"Each Hispanic Heritage Month, America celebrates the rich and lasting contributions of generations of Latinos to our country's cultural, artistic, athletic and scientific achievements. From winning Olympic gold medals and pioneering new fields of medicine, to serving in the Armed Forces, in Congress and on the U.S. Supreme Court – the Latino community continues to strengthen our great nation with its creativity, diversity and extraordinary entrepreneurial spirit.

"Today, young DREAMers seek to continue that legacy by building a future in the only land they've ever known as home. In the United States, where we honor the motto ‘E Pluribus Unum', out of many we are one, DREAMers represent a tradition of immigrants and newcomers who bring their hopes and aspirations to our shores, who strengthen our society and our economy, and who, in every generation, make America even more American.

"The strength of our nation lies in the beauty of our diversity. The beauty is in the mix and, this month, we are especially proud to celebrate the beautiful diversity of the Latino community. In keeping with that tradition, Congress must pass comprehensive immigration reform and ensure that every generation has an opportunity to strengthen our great democracy. During this Hispanic Heritage Month, we must make the American Dream a reality for every immigrant and for every family."

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