Richard Nixon actually said...

I call upon all Americans, particularly those in the field of education, to observe that week with appropriate ceremonies and activities, and I hope that the week will encourage many Americans to extend a cordial welcome to the recently arrived immigrants and visitors among us who represent the rich heritage of Hispanic lands.

Context

Proclamation 3997—National Hispanic Heritage Week, 1970

08/23/1970

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