LULAC STANDS WITH OUR COMMUNITY IN THE EXERCISE OF ITS FREEDOM OF SPEECH AND NONVIOLENT PUBLIC ACTIONS
Nation's Oldest and Largest Latino Civil Rights Organization Prepares Local Leaders on How to Hold Safe, Lawful Rallies in Support of Non-Criminal Immigrants

Washington, DC - The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) stands in solidarity with the tens of thousands of individuals who have taken to the streets across the United States in support of non-criminal immigrants falling victims to mass deportations.
"LULAC is moved by the spontaneous show of solidarity, courage, and unity across our great nation in recent days," says Roman Palomares, LULAC National President and Chairman of the Board. "Throughout our country, people young and old are joining hands, raising their voices, and standing for the millions of undocumented immigrants who are now being threatened with unfair mass deportations,” he added.

LULAC has developed a simple checklist on how to organize safe, effective public actions.
In Los Angeles, thousands of demonstrators gathered near City Hall, eventually moving to a section of the 101 Freeway, one of the nation’s busiest thoroughfares. Similarly, in Dallas, approximately 1,600 protesters convened downtown, carrying signs and flags. San Diego also witnessed significant demonstrations, with groups of protesters displaying homemade signs with pro-immigration messages throughout the city.
“Today, we witness a new generation of individuals from diverse backgrounds coming together, united in a righteous cause,” said Palomares. “May this message resonate through the halls of Congress and into the Oval Office of the White House, declaring that we will not allow our families, heritage, legacy, or future to be threatened.”
In St. Louis, roughly 1,000 individuals marched downtown, voicing their dissent against the mass deportation plans. Demonstrators held a candlelight vigil outside the federal courthouse. Chicago saw a large turnout as well, with protesters gathering in Daley Plaza before marching through the Loop. In New York City, thousands marched through lower Manhattan, stopping in front of immigration courts and detention centers.
Adds Palomares, “Latinos have sacrificed for America, and shed our blood on battlefields to defend its flag. We are worthy of enjoying the freedom of its promise and the fulfillment of the dream that has brought people to our shores and border for centuries. We urge other fair-minded Americans to join with us.”
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About League of United Latin American Citizens (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 https://lulac.org/.