WHEREAS, we need more Hispanics in Office; and

WHEREAS, we need to empower potential candidates for office; and

WHEREAS, 5 de Mayo (May 5th) diminishes both candidates and voting Hispanics.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the League of United Latin American Citizens asks the United States Congress and the United States Senate leaders at all levels to not hold elections on the 5 de Mayo (May 5th) weekend.

SUBMITTED BY
Richard Sambrano
Lico Reyes
June 9, 2001

Approved this 9th day of June, 2001.

Rick Dovalina
LULAC National President