My family and I are deeply honored that President Obama will posthumously award the Presidential Medal of Freedom to our father, the late Congressman Edward R. Roybal, in recognition of his life’s work. Our father was a consensus builder who labored quietly and effectively on issues important not only to the communities he represented but also to the entire nation; Americans are healthier and better educated thanks to his unceasing efforts. He was a pioneering Latino politician who co-founded the Congressional Hispanic Caucus and blazed a trail for generations of Latino politicians and activists to come. My father has always been a role model to me and our family, and I trust that with this honor, he will become a role model for all Americans. I will accept my father’s medal on behalf of our family at a White House ceremony on Monday, November 24th.
Posted on: Mon, 10 Nov 2014 23:46:45 +0000
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