00:00Every year from September 15th to October 15th, the United States honors the diverse histories,
00:04cultures, and contributions of Latine communities through Latine Heritage Month.
00:08The celebration first began in 1968 when President Lyndon B. Johnson proclaimed Hispanic Heritage
00:12Week to recognize the growing influence of Latine people in the U.S. Two decades later, in 1988,
00:18President Ronald Reagan expanded it to a full month, giving more space to highlight the wide
00:22range of traditions and stories that make up Latine identity. The dates are especially meaningful,
00:26starting on September 15th, the Independence Day of Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras,
00:31and Nicaragua, and followed closely by Mexico on September 16th and Chile on September 18th.
00:35Since the 1980s, Latine Heritage Month has grown from a symbolic recognition into a nationwide
00:40celebration, embraced by schools, government institutions, and communities across the
00:44country. Today, this month honors our histories, showcases contemporary voices, and highlights
00:48the growing influence, resilience, and creativity of Latine people in shaping the future of the United
00:52States.
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