From September 15 to October 15, we honor the heritage and many contributions of the Latino community nationwide. The story of Hispanic Americans is truly an American story. In America, if you work hard, play by the rules and dream big, there is no limit to what you can achieve. From the hard work of immigrants and their children, to the arts and education, to nearly 1 million Latino veterans who have proudly served in uniform, Hispanics have played a vital role in shaping our Nation. While we have made great contributions, there is still more work to be done to address issues that affect the communities, such as health care disparities and improving high school graduation rates. We all do not share the same roots, but we all share the same goals, in giving the next generation of Americans the opportunities to achieve the American Dream. That American Dream is part and parcel of what we celebrate and honor during the Hispanic Heritage Month. ____________________
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