Political Quotes

“Mr. President, September 15 through October 15 is National Hispanic Heritage Month. This is a time to remember and to celebrate the integral role of Hispanic Americans in the economy, culture and identity of our Nation. In New Mexico, we enjoy a rich Hispanic heritage that goes back over 400 years. Santa Fe, the oldest capital city in the United States, was founded a decade before the Pilgrims arrived at Plymouth Rock. New Mexico has the highest percentage of Hispanics of any State. From the Spanish colonists to immigrants from Latin America, the Hispanic community has informed our history, our art, and our sense of who we are as a people. New Mexico is blessed with a blend of cultures and backgrounds like nowhere else. Our State is called the ``Land of Enchantment,'' not just for the beauty of our landscapes but also for the vibrant diversity of our culture. The annual Spanish Market in Santa Fe is the largest exhibition of traditional Spanish Colonial and Hispanic art in the United States. New Mexico is home to the National Hispanic Cultural Center, which is the fastest growing cultural institution in our State. The center, located in Albuquerque, is a guardian of Hispanic arts, culture and humanities, reaching people throughout the world. Like America as a whole, the Hispanic community is itself diverse, representing a rich mosaic of nationalities and backgrounds.…”