NHCLC Declares War on Xenophobia and Anti-Latino Rhetoric

WASHINGTON--The Nation's largest Hispanic Christian organization declared war on xenophobia and anti-Latino/Hispanic rhetoric. "It's a terrible loss", stated Rev. Felix Posos, Conference Chairman at the news of the Senate's recent failed cloture vote on immigration reform. "For the next year and 6 months, 12 million people will hide deeper in the shadows and our Nation continues to be polarized by demagoguery and political expediency", stated Rev. Samuel Rodriguez, President of the Hispanic NAE.

The NHCLC launched a nationwide tour engaging close to 18,000 churches in registering voters, addressing xenophobia and racism from the pulpits while simultaneously presenting "The Hispanic American Christian Manifesto". "We will share with all Americans the reasons why this immigrant community will benefit our nation and enrich the American experience', affirmed Rodriguez. Dr. Jesse Miranda, Advisory Board President and Board Member will host a summit in 2008 where the Manifesto will be presented to Media and the Nation. "This battle is far from over, and at the end of the day, Righteousness and Justice will prevail".