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CHCI Congressional Internship Program Brings Diversity to Capitol Hill

Leadership Program Prepares Young Latinos for Future in Public Policy   Washington, DC [CapitalWirePR] June 11, 2013 – The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI), the nation’s premier Latino youth leadership development and educational organization, welcomed the arrival of its 2013 summer congressional internship class on Monday, June 10, 2013. Thirty-six…
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Angel Luis Irene Succumbs

Washington, DC [CapitalWirePR] June 11, 2013 - Angel Luis Irene a prominent civic activist and Executive Director of the Vida Senior Centers, passed away Monday evening at the Hospice Home in Florida. He had been in treatment for kidney cancer. Services at Incarnation Church have not yet been confirmed. Just…
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Dolores Huerta speaks up for LGBT Equality in “Familia es Familia” Video

Washington, DC [CapitalWirePR] June 10, 2013 –Almost one year old, a comprehensive public-education campaign called Familia es Familia is gathering momentum. Today the initiative is releasing a new online public advertisement featuring civil rights leader Dolores Huerta showcasing the importance of marriage for same-sex couples.  The video can be viewed…
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