| Albuquerque, September 15—Hispanics’ rich, vibrant culture and proud traditions are woven into the very fabric of New Mexican life. RPNM appreciates the many gifts, talents and contributions of New Mexico’s one million Hispanic citizens. Republican values of hard work, self-determination and entrepreneurship; our ideals of equality, opportunity and responsibility; and our commitment to faith, family and freedom are shared beliefs that have deep roots with traditional Hispanic New Mexicans. These shared values, ideals and beliefs have been increasingly under attack by those who are pushing for a new normal, but the Republican Party stands hand-in-hand with Hispanic New Mexicans who are holding onto the traditions of our fathers. New Mexico House Republican Whip Rod Montoya offered the following statement: “In New Mexico, every month is Hispanic Heritage Month. Honoring Hispanics isn’t just placing several dates on a calendar, but it is recognizing that government shouldn’t ignore or try to change our history and culture. The effort by progressives to alter our very identity from Hispanic to ‘Latin X’ is arrogant and insulting! While progressives have tried to replace New Mexico’s shared and unique culture with racial division, Republicans continue to stand for New Mexico’s diverse yet united culture.” The following is a statement from New Mexico Senate Republican Leader Greg Baca: “Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to reflect on the contributions of our people with pride. For generations, our families worked hard and persevered through adversity to provide the best life possible for their children. Times change, but the long lasting Hispanic traditions of faith, family, and freedom remain strong, and these traditions will lead us toward a stronger and more prosperous New Mexico.” National Hispanic Heritage Month runs through October 15. |
| The Republican Party of New Mexico (RPNM) advances the ideals of individual liberties for the advancement of its citizens and the greater prosperity of our communities throughout New Mexico. Led by an Executive Board and its Chairman, former NM Congressman Steve Pearce, RPNM serves all New Mexicans via its headquarters in Albuquerque and can be contacted at (505) 298-3662. |
