Hispanic PR Wire - Pioneering Latina Journalist Honored for Her Contributions at latino Leaders Dallas Convention; Salinas discusses 2006 election and receives NALEO’s top award for promoting civic participation

“Today, at its 23rd Annual Conference the National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO) honored Univision Network News Anchor Maria Elena Salinas with this year’s President’s Award for her dedicated work to promote civic participation among the nation’s fastest growing population. Established by New Mexico Speaker Raymond G. Sanchez during his presidency, the NALEO President’s Award is given to an individual who demonstrates commitment, compassion and involvement with the issues faced by those that NALEO serves.

Emmy-award winning anchor Salinas, the most recognized Latina journalist in the United States, also led an in-depth discussion with representatives from both major political parties on the impact of the 2006 elections on the Latino community. “

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