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10 Quotes From Latino Celebrities to Inspire You this Hispanic Heritage Month
National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated annually in the United States from September 15th to October 15th. During this month-long celebration, Americans honor the histories, cultures, and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.
September 15th is especially significant because it is the anniversary of the independence of 5 Latin American countries: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. Mexico and Chile also celebrate their independence days, on September 16th and September 18th, respectively. And lastly, October 12th is the date colonizer Christopher Columbus arrived in the Americas for the first time.
The celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month provides an opportunity to recognize the many contributions Latinos have made to American society. From music and art to science and politics, the lasting imprint Latinos have made on American culture and history can not be underestimated. Thus, this month-long celebration is a time to honor these contributions and celebrate the diversity and richness of Latino culture.
To celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, many communities across the United States organize festivals, dances, concerts, parades, and other events that showcase the diversity of Latino culture and provide an opportunity for people of all backgrounds to come together and celebrate.
To celebrate HHM, we put together some of the most inspiring quotes from Latino celebrities.
Hispanic Heritage Month Quotes
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“I would hope that a wise Latina woman with the richness of her experiences would more often than not reach a better conclusion than a white male who hasn’t lived that life.” – Justice Sonia Sotomayor
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“Immigrant rights, worker rights, reproductive rights, LGBTQIA rights, racial justice and environmental justice are not special interests…” – America Ferrera
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“There is so much fear and hate. We must negate it with active, courageous love.” – Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez
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“The goal is that people who look like me or who come from places like the one I come from have the same opportunities.”- Jennifer Lopez
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“I feel very proud to be Mexican. I didn’t have the opportunity to learn Spanish when I was a girl, but…it’s never too late to get in touch with your roots.” – Selena Quintanilla
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“When Latinx kids don’t see themselves represented on stage or film or television or newspapers or history textbooks, what they’re told is, ‘You don’t matter.’ But when they see themselves represented, then they are told … ‘You are important. You are authors. You are scientists. You are explorers. You are special. You are leaders. You are respected. You are the reason we are here.’” – John Leguizamo
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“People think of Latina women as being fiery and fierce, which is usually true. But I think the quality that so many Latinas possess is strength. I’m very proud to have Latin blood.” – Zoe Saldaña
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“As an immigrant, I appreciate far more than the average American the liberties we have in this country. Silence is a big enemy of morality.” – Gloria Estefan
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“My mother gave me one piece of advice that stuck with me. She said, ‘Don’t forget where you came from.” – Eva Longoria
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“At the end of the day, we can endure much more than we think we can.” – Frida Kahlo
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