Hispanic leaders call for new department - New Mexico

Gov. Bill Richardson has created several new cabinet-level agencies since taking office in 2000, including the Indian Affairs Department, which was specifically created to assist the state’s Native American population.

So, why not a new cabinet-level department devoted to the state’s Hispanic population?

Ralph Arellanes, who serves as an officer for several Hispanic organizations in the state, issued a press release last week that included a letter to state lawmakers calling for the creation of a new cabinet level department, and renewed criticism that Richardson has not done enough for Hispanic residents in the state.”*

*From: http://www.lcsun-news.com
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