The following statement is from Christina Quintero, Texas Organizing Project (TOP) board member from Houston, as the organization celebrates the start of Hispanic Heritage Month:
“Latinos are deeply woven into the cultural fabric of our state and nation, overcoming societal barriers to move our communities forward each and every day.
“As we recognize Hispanic Heritage Month, Texas Organizing Project honors the courageous contributions of Latinos – including our Afro-Latino and Indigenous brothers and sisters – who have poured their heart and soul into our movement’s pursuit of justice and freedom for all.”
Mary Guzman, TOP Education Fund board member from Dallas, added:
“At TOP, we know Latino liberation is intrinsically linked to Black liberation. We believe it’s our moral obligation to acknowledge, challenge, and correct anti-Blackness and colorism embedded in our institutions – an ugly byproduct of colonialism – that for too long has collectively held us back. Our solidarity is powerful. We are stronger together.
“That’s why we celebrate Latinidad through our steadfast commitment to racial and economic justice, organizing to improve the lives of working people – regardless of age, race, faith, or spoken language – so we can rise to create a brighter Texas built on dignity and respect for every person.”
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About Texas Organizing Project:
TOP organizes Black and Latino communities in Dallas, Harris, Bexar, and Fort Bend counties with the goal of transforming Texas into a state where working people of color have the power and representation they deserve. For more information, visit organizetexas.org.