![]() ![]() I think it’s something for us to all remember. And I say that, then, to tell you: I’m so excited about who they are and their leadership and what they are doing to inspire those of us who have been around a little longer.Īnd so, the college tour, we named it - I named it the “Fight for Our Freedoms” tour, recognizing that right now in our country - Texas being ground zero on some of these issues –there is, I believe, an intentional full-on attack against so many of our hard-fought, hard-won freedoms and rights.Īnd so, talking, then, with these young leaders about what I would say to them at the end, which is, you know, it doesn’t have to be this way. ![]() Because, for them, it’s not intellectual or academic it is a lived experience. They have endured active shooter drills for most of their primary education.Īnd so, what I have found and learned is that they, on each and every one of these issues, are not going to be satisfied until things are done. They have witnessed the highest court in our land take a constitutional right that had been recognized. They suffered through an historic pandemic, where they lost significant phases of their educational experience and socialization. They witnessed George Floyd being killed. (Laughter.)Īnd when you think, then, about their life experience in the context of what is at stake in our country, they’ve only known the climate crisis. Okay? First of all, it’s going to be humbling for many of us when you remember or realize that someone who is 18 now was born in 2005. And so, there were colleges and universities, also community colleges and also trade schools - college-aged.Īnd let me start by saying I love Gen Z. So, I started a college tour at the beginning of - in September, to go out and meet with our college-age leaders. And I thank you for your friendship and your leadership. I have seen you on - in the halls of Congress, when the cameras are on, when they are off, and you are always fighting for the people of this district. Chairwoman Barragán has been traveling the country doing this work of ensuring that we are on the road and feet on the ground, making sure that we are listening and - and responding to the needs of the people.Īnd the - Congresswoman, I mean, you are an extraordinary leader. THE VICE PRESIDENT: Well, first of all, it is my honor and joy to be on the stage sharing the stage with so many extraordinary leaders. So, Madam Vice President, what are you seeing and hearing from the American people? You made multiple stops at Latino-owned small businesses, including one just on Saturday, and hosted Latino leaders from across the country at your residence.Īnd this fall, you went on a college tour.ĬONGRESSWOMAN BARRAGÁN: During your “Fight Our Freedoms” college tour, you engaged with over 15,000 young leaders on colleges’ campuses across the country on the most urgent issues of the moment - in particular, the fight for our most fundamental freedoms. You went to Miami to engage with young climate leaders. Over the summer, you visited Chicago for the UnidosUS convention. So, thank you for what you’re doing -ĬONGRESSWOMAN BARRAGÁN: - in engaging our Latino communities. It’s about engaging our communities and uplifting them. And that’s what the CHC “On the Road” is about too. And I know that you have also been on the road.ĬONGRESSWOMAN BARRAGÁN: And that you have spent a lot of time engaging with our Latino communities. And so, we’re so excited that you’re here. The Hispanic Caucus has been on the road traveling this country to talk about the accomplishments that the Biden-Harris administration have made in conjunction with Congress. And - and good to see so many leaders and friends.ĬONGRESSWOMAN BARRAGÁN: Madam Vice President, it is so awesome to have you join the Congressional Hispanic Caucus on the road right here in Houston, Texas. THE VICE PRESIDENT: We all hugged and kissed behind the stage before. Get Involved Show submenu for “Get Involved””.The White House Show submenu for “The White House””.Office of the United States Trade Representative.Office of Science and Technology Policy.Executive Offices Show submenu for “Executive Offices””.Administration Show submenu for “Administration””. ![]()
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