WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 31, 2017) - U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), a member of the Senate Democratic Hispanic Task Force, cosponsored a resolution to honor the legacy and accomplishments of civil rights leader C+¬sar E. Ch+ívez.

"C+¬sar Ch+ívez was a visionary and fearless leader who fought tirelessly for better working conditions and fair wages. He inspired a generation of community organizers across the country to stand up for justice and civil rights," said Sen. Heinrich. "Ch+ívez's legacy and spirit live on in New Mexico through the tireless work of those who strive to make their communities better. Let us continue to meet each challenge the way C+¬sar Ch+ívez did, with hope, determination, and service to others. -íSi Se Puede!"

Every year on March 31, more than 10 states, including New Mexico, honor the accomplishments and legacy of C+¬sar Ch+ívez. In New Mexico, C+¬sar Ch+ívez Day brings communities together to celebrate and contribute to service and learning projects across the state.

A copy of the resolution can be found here.

Heinrich Honra El Legado De C+¬sar Ch+ívez

WASHINGTON, D.C. (31 de Marzo, 2017) - El Senador Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), miembro del Equipo Dem+¦crata de Iniciativas Hispanas del Senado, presento una resoluci+¦n para honrar el l+¡der de los derechos civiles C+¬sar E. Ch+ívez.

"C+¬sar Ch+ívez fue un valiente l+¡der quien dedic+¦ su vida a mejorar la vida de los dem+ís. +ël promov+¡a la justicia, luchando incansablemente para mejorar los salarios y las condiciones de trabajo; +¬l inspir+¦ a toda una generaci+¦n de organizadores comunitarios en todo el pa+¡s," dijo el Senador Heinrich. "El legado y el esp+¡ritu de C+¬sar Ch+ívez permanece vivo y fuerte en Nuevo Mexico reflejado en el incansable trabajo de aquellos que se esfuerzan para mejorar sus comunidades. Sigamos la visi+¦n de servicio de C+¬sar Ch+ívez y trabajemos juntos para crear una naci+¦n m+ís prospera con esperanza y oportunidades para todos. -íSi Se Puede!"

Cada 31 de marzo, m+ís de 10 estados del pa+¡s, incluyendo Nuevo Mexico, honran la vida y legado de C+¬sar Ch+ívez. En Nuevo Mexico, el D+¡a de C+¬sar Ch+ívez une a comunidades para celebrar y contribuir a proyectos de servicio comunitario y educaci+¦n a trav+¬s del estado.

Aqu+¡ est+í disponible una copia de la resoluci+¦n.

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