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LULAC Labor Day Message

Dear LULAC Family and Friends,

As we celebrate Labor Day, I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude to each and every one of you. Your tireless dedication and constant commitment to our mission have driven our organization forward, and I am profoundly thankful for all you do.

I was personally touched this week to see the outpouring of support in Texas and across the country following the mistreatment of our LULAC members in San Antonio, in particular, against Lidia Martinez. Your labor of love strengthened her and will help her heal.

Labor Day is not just about the work we get paid for. It's also about your countless hours volunteering and defending our communities. LULAC would not be the largest membership-based Latino civil rights organization in the United States without the passion and dedication of volunteers like you. You are the backbone of everything we do.

Also, take pride in knowing that Latinos contribute tremendously to America, contrary to what some would like us to believe. Latinos added $3.2 trillion to the U.S. economy in 2023 alone! We are the driving force in the country's economic engine, and your labor in every area is the reason why.

You help our veterans, seniors, refugees, asylum seekers, and families. Plus, you're fighting for women's rights, supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, and leading voter registration and education efforts. You are making every voice heard, every person valued, and every right protected.

On this Labor Day, know that LULAC sees you, appreciates you, and stands with you in solidarity and gratitude. Together, we are making a difference, one step at a time, one community at a time.

Thank you for all that you do. LULAC salutes you today and always.

With heartfelt appreciation, your friend,

Roman Palomares

LULAC National President

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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 Hispanic civil rights volunteer-based organization that empowers Hispanic Americans 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 https://lulac.org/