September 27, 2019 - Issue: Vol. 165, No. 157 — Daily Edition116th Congress (2019 - 2020) - 1st Session

[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1223]
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             CELEBRATING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF EL CHICANO

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                           HON. PETE AGUILAR

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 27, 2019

  Mr. AGUILAR. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize El Chicano, an 
Inland Empire institution that has given a voice to Latinos in my 
community for 50 years. Owned and operated by Gloria and Bill Harrison, 
this publication highlights the important role Latinos have played in 
shaping the history and culture of the Inland Empire and continues to 
recognize the accomplishments and contributions of the Hispanic-
American community in Southern California.
   From lack of representation in public office to limited educational 
opportunities, El Chicano set out to address the inequities felt by 
Mexican-Americans in our community. Founded by young activists who 
sought to highlight their own experiences and perspectives as Latinos, 
the publication began to run independently in 1969, and has celebrated 
the unique culture and accomplishments of the Southern California 
Latino community ever since. Over the years, El Chicano has stayed true 
to its original mission; to give a voice in media to those who needed 
to be heard.
   This Hispanic Heritage month, it is my privilege to recognize 50 
years of El Chicano, which plays such a crucial role in the media 
landscape of the Inland Empire. I want to thank Gloria and Bill 
Harrison for their unwavering commitment to this publication and to our 
community, and I look forward to celebrating another 50 years of El 
Chicano.

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