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Latinos Built the America We Know Today

It is time to move beyond token acknowledgments during a designated heritage month and fully embrace the depth of Latino influence on our nation.

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Oct 06, 2025
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From the sun-drenched plazas of St. Augustine to the vibrant murals of East Los Angeles, the story of America is woven with the threads of Latino contributions.

Long before the Pilgrims arrived at Plymouth Rock, Spanish-speaking settlers were establishing cities and trade routes across what is now the American Southwest. And it was this presence that la…

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