Day Three Highlights of the 2015 NCLR Annual Conference
The eyes of the nation were on the 2015 NCLR Annual Conference today as three presidential candidates delivered remarks to our attendees. The much-anticipated speeches were given to max-capacity crowds. Below are highlights from day three of our 2015 annual gathering.
The first candidate to deliver remarks was Bernie Sanders, who gave a speech to a standing-room only crowd in a special session.
.@BernieSanders @MartinOMalley @HillaryClinton to address thousands of Latinos in #KansasCity today. Follow #NCLR15 for live updates!
— NCLR (@NCLR) July 13, 2015
Bernie Sanders on stage at #NCLR15 — NCLR (@NCLR) July 13, 2015
Sanders: We need to create an economy that works for all of us. #NCLR15
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Sanders: Racism has plagued this country for centuries. We should be proud of the significant progress we’ve made in defeating it. #NCLR15 — NCLR (@NCLR) July 13, 2015
Sanders: America becomes a greater nation, a stronger nation when we stand together as one people. #NCLR15
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Sanders: We say no to all forms of racism and bigotry. #NCLR15 — NCLR (@NCLR) July 13, 2015
Sanders: We say no to all forms of racism and bigotry. #NCLR15
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Sanders: Today’s #undocumented workers play an extraordinary role in our community. #NCLR15 #immigration — NCLR (@NCLR) July 13, 2015
Sanders: Without these folks, it’s likely our agriculture would collapse. #NCLR15
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Sanders: They are part of the fabric of America. #NCLR15 — NCLR (@NCLR) July 13, 2015
Sanders: I believe there should be a responsible path to citizenship so undocumented people can come out of the shadows. #NCLR15
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Sanders: The time is long overdue for the House of Reps to take up an #immigration reform bill. #NCLR15 — NCLR (@NCLR) July 13, 2015
Sanders: I believe the pathway to citizenship was unnecessarily linked to border security triggers. #NCLR15
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Sanders: Until we can pass #immigration reform, we must support humane polices that keep families together. #NCLR15 — NCLR (@NCLR) July 13, 2015
Sanders: This includes using executive power when appropriate. #NCLR15
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Sanders: #DACA was a good first step, but should be expanded to include parents of citizens, of legal residents & of DREAMers. #NCLR15 — NCLR (@NCLR) July 13, 2015
Sanders: We should be supporting policies that unite families, not tear them apart. #NCLR15
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Sanders: Maybe instead of building prisons, we should be investing in jobs & education for our young people. #NCLR15 pic.twitter.com/haLPAdDLvO — NCLR (@NCLR) July 13, 2015
Sanders: I want to see everyone in this country who has the ability, who has the desire, to get the education they need. #NCLR15
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Sanders: Every other industrialized country guarantees the right to #healthcare for all its people, and so should we. #NCLR15 — NCLR (@NCLR) July 13, 2015
Sanders: Think of a nation where every person regardless of income can get the education they need. #NCLR15
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Thank you @BernieSanders for that riveting speech! #NCLR15 — NCLR (@NCLR) July 13, 2015
Sanders Calls for End to Divisive Anti-Immigration Rhetoric http://t.co/YuaIxUgmRz #immigration #NCLR15
— NCLR (@NCLR) July 13, 2015
If you missed Sen. Bernie Sanders’ speech at @NCLR #NCLR15, you can watch it here. http://t.co/EsHJ84ba7b pic.twitter.com/1wUIvZPP8H — 41 Action News (@41ActionNews) July 13, 2015
After Sanders’ speech, it was on to the Monday Luncheon where attendees were treated to a special performance by our favorite mariachi singer, Sebastien De La Cruz.
.@selcharrodeoro opens the #NCLR15 Monday Luncheon w/a stirring rendition of our National Anthem. pic.twitter.com/OpGAoEVvPP
— NCLR (@NCLR) July 13, 2015
Our Vice President of Policy, Eric Rodriguez, also gave our Affiliate Award for Advocacy to to Luz Gallegos of Todec Legal Center.
@NCLR VP Eric Rodriguez recognizes @TODEC1 for the Affiliate Award for Advocacy. Congratulations! #NCLRVote #NCLR15 pic.twitter.com/DIY78wjIsG — NCLRCivicEngagement (@NCLREmpowers) July 13, 2015
Next, our guests heard from Democratic presidential candidate and former Maryland governor, Martin O’Malley.
@MartinOMalley: The genius of our country is not about where you came from, it’s about where you’re going. #NCLR15 pic.twitter.com/qifokSxVmG
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O’Malley to lay out his #immigration policy this week. #NCLR15 — NCLR (@NCLR) July 13, 2015
O’Malley: If #DonaldTrump wants to keep disparaging immigrants, he should go back to the 1840s & run for the “Know Nothing” Party. #NCLR15
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“In Maryland, we pursued our own DREAM Act to ensure that 36,000 Dreamers could have access to affordable higher education.” @NCLR #NCLR15 — Martin O’Malley (@MartinOMalley) July 13, 2015
O’Malley: I believe in the American dream. Let us fight as one to make it true for all Americans. #NCLR15
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“Our immigration system is inhumane … and sells our nation short” @MartinOMalley #NCLR15 pic.twitter.com/BYvxvtxV7S — DRM Action Coalition (@DRMAction) July 13, 2015
Thank you @MartinOMalley for joining #NCLR15 today, and for your continued support of immigrant families.
— NCLR (@NCLR) July 13, 2015
Next, guests heard remarks from Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, Julian Castro.
.@SecetaryCastro: Now, more than ever, America’s destiny is intertwined with Latinos destiny. #NCLR15 pic.twitter.com/lLkyBOndCI — NCLR (@NCLR) July 13, 2015
Castro: “To Donald Trump, Americans will not stand for your rhetoric and your hatred. Not today, not tomorrow, not ever.” #NCLR15
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Castro: “Our entire nation is richer when everyone has the chance to prosper.” #NCLR15 — NCLR (@NCLR) July 13, 2015
Castro: “Progress is never a given. We have to work for it, but we can accomplish incredible things if we work together.” #NCLR15
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Castro: “I still believe that the American dream is not a sprint or a marathon, but a relay.” #NCLR15 — NCLR (@NCLR) July 13, 2015
Following Secretary Castro, our attendees heard from Sprint CEO, Marcelo Claure, who shared his truly inspiring immigrant story.
.@marceloclaure, Bolivian immigrant, CEO of @sprint, tells his inspiring story to #NCLR15 pic.twitter.com/0I3r2kkicD
— NCLR (@NCLR) July 13, 2015
Claure: Latinos are complex, and when companies recognize this, they can truly connect with our community. #NCLR15 — NCLR (@NCLR) July 13, 2015
@MarceloClaure, CEO de @Sprint, está por subir al escenario de @NCLR. Escuchalo en vivo: http://t.co/ybu7DZIeHM
— Sprint Latino (@SprintLatino) July 13, 2015
Claure: “Working together as Latinos, we’re always going to be stronger.” #NCLR15 — NCLR (@NCLR) July 13, 2015
While attendees waited for Hillary Clinton to arrive, they were treated to more of the musical stylings of Sebastien De La Cruz.
LIVE on #Periscope: Sebastien De La Cruz at #NCLR15 https://t.co/ZyuEp9wkZz
— NCLR (@NCLR) July 13, 2015
#NCLR15 guests get serenaded by @selcharrodeoro as they wait for @HillaryClinton to arrive. pic.twitter.com/g5wMAPr5aK — NCLR (@NCLR) July 13, 2015
After some tantalizing tunes, it was time for former Secretary of State Clinton to take the stage.
Clinton: “Corporate profits are at near-record highs. Paychecks, however, have barely budged.” #NCLR15
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Clinton: “The defining economic challenge of our time is clear: we must raise wages for hardworking Americans.” #NCLR15 — NCLR (@NCLR) July 13, 2015
Clinton: “We need to break down barriers so more Americans participate more fully in the workforce, especially women.” #NCLR15
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Clinton: “It’s time to recognize that quality affordable child care is not a luxury. It’s a growth strategy.” #NCLR15 — NCLR (@NCLR) July 13, 2015
Clinton: “I will crack down on bosses who exploit employees by misclassifying them as independent contractors.” #NCLR15
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Clinton: “I want to provide preschool education for every four-year-old in America.” #NCLR15 — NCLR (@NCLR) July 13, 2015
Clinton: “I have just one word for Mr. Trump: Basta!” #NCLR15 pic.twitter.com/NyJefq6t36
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Clinton: “I don’t have to wait to become president to take a stand right now against rhetoric that demonizes immigrants.” #NCLR15 — NCLR (@NCLR) July 13, 2015
Clinton: “As president, I will fight every day for immigration reform with a pathway to citizenship.” #NCLR15
— NCLR (@NCLR) July 13, 2015
Clinton: “If we want strong growth, fair growth, we need to finally pass comprehensive immigration reform!” #NCLR15 — NCLR (@NCLR) July 13, 2015
Clinton: “Fixing our broken immigration reform system is an American imperative.” #NCLR15
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Clinton: “I’m running for everyone who has ever been knocked down, but refused to be knocked out.” #NCLR15 — NCLR (@NCLR) July 13, 2015
Clinton: “We can’t turn away from the challenges we face today. Otherwise we will not recognize our country.” #NCLR15
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Clinton: “Let’s stay focused on what will make us stronger, fairer, better. As people, as Americans.” #NCLR15 — NCLR (@NCLR) July 13, 2015
Thank you @MartinOMalley @SecretaryCastro @MarceloClaure and @HillaryClinton for an amazing Monday Lunch! #NCLR15
— NCLR (@NCLR) July 13, 2015
@MartinOMalley @berniesanders and @HillaryClinton visited #NCLR15 and delivered some well-received speeches. Thanks to all for joining us today in #KansasCity! A photo posted by NCLR (@nclr) on Jul 13, 2015 at 4:15pm PDT
