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PROCLAMATION
Latine Heritage Month: September 15, 2025 - October 15, 2025
In 1968, President Lyndon Johnson established Hispanic Heritage Week, which
President George H.W. Bush expanded to Hispanic Heritage Month in 1988. This
month is observed from September 15th to October 15th each year. This month
marks the independence anniversaries of Costa Rica, E1 Salvador, Guatemala,
Honduras, Nicaragua (September 15), Mexico (September 16), and Chile
(September 18), celebrating the enduring spirit of freedom.
"Latin" has emerged as an inclusive, gender -neutral term reflecting the diversity
of Latin American descent. The Latine community is integral to Columbia
Heights, contributing to art, music, cuisine, literature, science, and more.
Latine Heritage Month honors the community's resilience in facing
discrimination and their deep roots in Indigenous cultures, preserving vital
traditions and identities. It encourages reflection on shared histories and
successes, fostering appreciation for the diversity that strengthens our city.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Amdda Marquez Simula, Mayor of Columbia Heights,
proclaim September 15th to October 15th, 2025, as Latine Heritage Month in
Columbia Heights. I encourage all citizens to honor our Latine community's
distinct heritage, enduring spirit and to participate in efforts promoting cultural
dialogue, unity, and exchange.
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September 22, 2025