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“I’d like to remind House Republicans that what we do in Congress has very real effects on American workers. Let’s stop this ridiculous bickering and let’s help American families.”

Ambassador Aponte's confirmation could have served as an opportunity to demonstrate to the American people that partisan interest should not trump good policy.

“The CHC has had a great impact on amplifying the voice of Latinos in the halls of Congress and making sure that the needs of the Hispanic community are being addressed. It is both an honor and a responsibility to continue the legacy and advocacy that my father and the four other co-founders, Edward Roybal, Herman Badillo, Baltasar Corrada del Río and Kika de la Garza, established 35 years ago.”

Any reduction in unemployed Americans is welcomed news, though it is disappointing that the stats are unchanged for Latinos. The contributions of Latinos will be a major factor in our economic success for the years to come.

Congressional Hispanic Caucus to Meet with Secretary Napolitano Next Week

Ambassador Mari Carmen Aponte has been an asset to the Foreign Service and a highly effective advocate for the United States in Central America.

"This is what any state can expect when ill-conceived laws are enacted."