You got that right bro. Union workers and their brothers and sisters who support them will be the death of this country. >>>>>>>>>
Hmm..., Hispanics, Latinos, & Union leaders organizing the "Freedom Ride" last Sept.
http://www.hispanicfederation.org/about/press/09_04_03.html Media Contact:
Brian Krapf (212) 608-0333 Frankie Miranda (212) 233-8955
George Arzt Communications, Inc. Hispanic Federation For Immediate Release Thursday, September 4, 2003
Hispanic Federation and Latino and Labor Leaders Unite to Kick-Off Nationwide Rally for Immigrant Rights
September 4, 2003 - Lorraine Cortés-Vázquez, President of the Hispanic Federation and Bruce Raynor, President of UNITE! were joined this afternoon at a news conference by Hector Figueroa, Secretary Treasurer of Local 32 BJ/SEIU and 30 community and labor leaders, to announce 30 days of events in New York City leading up to a nationwide rally to fight for the rights of immigrants in Flushing Meadows Park on October 4th. The event at the CUNY Graduate Center, was hosted by the Center for Latin American Caribbean and Latino Studies.
“This event officially starts the countdown to October 4th when hundreds of thousands workers, public officials, religious and community leaders from across the nation will converge on New York City to press for the rights of immigrants,” said Cortés-Vázquez. “These events will be educational in nature, and will build momentum to what we believe will serve as a significant event in the effort to improve the lives of immigrants in the U.S.”
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“As the Immigrant freedom ride draws near, the enthusiasm and commitment of the diverse ethnic communities throughout New York City continues to grow rapidly,” said Brian McLaughlin, President NYC-Central Labor Council AFL-CIO. “The vibrant Latino community and its leadership have from the start demonstrated their passion for the effort to protect the dignity and rights of immigrants. Their participation leading up to October 4th at Flushing Meadow Corona Park will be essential to ensuring its success.”