In commemoration of Hispanic Heritage Month, CHLI Vice Chairman, Rep. Mario Díaz-Balart (FL) and 2022 CHLI Public Service Award honoree, Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL) co-authored an op-ed in the Miami Herald highlighting the longstanding partnership between Latino and Jewish communities.
Their article explores the vital role both groups play in shaping American culture, history, and public life, especially in South Florida. They address current challenges, including rising antisemitism, anti-Latino hate, and the fight against authoritarian regimes in Latin America. The piece also reflects on shared values of family, faith, and human rights, underscoring collaborative efforts to combat hate, support democratic movements, and promote freedom.
Read the full op-ed here