Omar Lopez Statement.
As his supporter, I can’t but put Omar Lopez’s speech here.
Today we are announcing that I am seeking the Green Party of Illinois’ nomination for the position of Congressman for the Illinois 4th congressional district. Should the Party nominate me, my name will be on the ballot for the November 2008 general election.
Today, voters in the 4th congressional district need and deserve proper representation. My decision to seek the nomination responds to the need to bring a new direction, a new vision and new leadership to the already stale and ineffective position which the incumbent holds.
I have chosen the Green Party because it is the Party that today reflects the democratic principles embodied in the Constitution of the United States of America. The Green Party is the only viable alternative to the moral bankruptcy and lack of political will of the two parties in congress, and because the Green Party champions workers’ rights, just and comprehensive immigration reform, quality and accessible education for all and a comprehensive healthcare system.
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As a congressman I will fight to place the immigration debate within the context of pro-worker labor law reform, rather than to continue the current, myopic focus on national security and law enforcement. For as long as we define immigrant workers as criminals and ignore that their labor creates much of our national wealth, our conclusions will always produce a higher border wall with an ever growing military presence. As long as legislators ignore the intimate relationship between undocumented migration and workers’ abuse, they will not be able to see the need to advocate for living wages and to legislate proper labor law reform. Until our politicians recognize the link between globalization, the so called “free” trade agreements, and the deepening economic crisis, both at home and abroad, the conditions which forces millions to migrate will never be resolved.
The United States faces a global challenge; our involvement in the Iraq war and the Middle East crisis has forced our own citizens to question our government’s foreign policy; the value of the dollar is in decline world-wide. Several Latin American nations have democratically elected progressive presidents who are forcing a re-arrangement of regional economic power. In the face of these challenges we cannot afford to neglect the education of our children and their training in the new realities of world politics. Quality education must be available to all; it is a safeguard to our own democratic way of life.
A nation whose view is distorted by disease and clouded by denial cannot take care of itself. Our nation needs to retake the road to recovery and health. Our citizens must have access to quality healthcare in order for them to be able to contribute with their labor to the aggrandizement of our Nation; every single one of them must be healthy enough to be able to learn, and all need to feel free from discrimination and persecution because of their national origin or economic status.
Today, as I announce my intention to run for congress, I’m appealing to every able body to join me in our campaign. I want your help in bringing a new direction, a new vision and new leadership to the 4th congressional district. We need it, we deserve it!
Biografía
This article has been created for people who use Spanish as their native tongue.
Omar N. Lopez, nacio en San Luis Potosi, Mexico y ha vivido en Chicago desde 1958.
Fue miembro fundador de LADO (Latin American Defense Organization) Organizacion de Defensa Lationoamericana la cual organizaba Uniones de Inquilinos, campanas de inoculaciones para estudiantes de bajos recursos y abogaba por las familias en el programa de bienestar publico en la comunidad puertorriquena de Humboldt Park.
Como maestro fundo la Organizacion de Maestros Mexicanos en 1973, y lucho por educacion bilingue de calidad para nuestros estudiantes y por el reclutamiento de maestros bilingues capacitados.
En 1984, Omar Lopez fue clave en tramitar la adquisicion con el Distrito de Parques de Chicago del edificio que hoy alberga al Museo Nacional de Arte en Harrison Park
En 1986, Omar Lopez ayudo a tramitar su residencia legal a miles de trabajadores indocumentados asegurandose que agencias e individuos no abusaran de nuestras familias cobrando precios exorbitantes.
El senor Lopez ha sido director de CALOR por los ultimos 14 anos; CALOR es una organizacion que da servicios a Latinos impactados por el VIH/SIDA y otras discapacidades
Omar Lopez fue quien convoco a nuestra comunidad en Chicago a salir a marchar el 10 de marzo y el 1? de mayo por los derechos de los trabajadores inmigrantes, las cuales han sido las demostraciones mas grandes en la historia de los Estados Unidos y las cuales deberan de influenciar la solucion migratoria de 12 millones de trabajadores. Omar Lopez sigue activo en el liderazgo del Movimiento 10 de Marzo y ahora se postula como candidato para el Congreso en el distrito numero 4 en Illinois.
Omar N. Lopez Biography
It has been decided to devote the first article to the biography of this prominent person. Omar N. Lopez was born in San Luis Potosi, Mexico and since 1958 he has lived in Chicago.
In 1966, he became the founding member of Latin American Defense Organization which aimed at organizing campaigns for the rights of tenants, labor unions and inoculation drives for students living in neighborhoods having low-income. What is more, Mr. Lopez supported and advocated for the families’ rights on public assistance in the community Puerto Rican in Chicago.
Many of you are not aware of the fact that Omar has worked as a teacher and founded the Mexican Teachers Organization in 1973. After that he became a leader in the fight for quality education (bilingual) for students and for the recruitment of bilingual teachers who are trained specifically for this job.
Omar Lopez took part in the deal with the Chicago Park District for the building that now houses the National Museum of Mexican Art in Harrison Park in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago in 1984. Another interesting fact is that he negotiated on behalf of Mexican Fines Arts Center (that started to exist a bit later), to have the old boat house leased to the Mexican Fine Arts Center for 99 years! The achievment is great!
In 1986, Omar Lopez processed and facilitated the legal residency of thousands of undocumented workers (or illegal alliens as they are also called) and was incessant to ensure that individuals and agencies could not abuse Latino families by charging extra prices for processing their applications for legalization.
Mr. Lopez has also worked as the director of C.A.L.O.R. for the past 13 years; C.A.L.O.R.stands for an organization that deals with providing services to Latinos impacted by AIDS / HIV and other diseases.
Omar Lopez served also as the leader and principal convenor of the historic marches of March 10 and 1 May, 2006, that were held in defense of the rights of undocumented workers and all of people’s human and Constitutional rights, which were then attacked by the Sensenbrenner House Bill. These initial Chicago marches (very often the are called mega-marches), became the biggest mass mobilizations and gatherings in the history of the United States and were the catalyst for similar mega-marches throughout the entire country.
Omar Lopez is extremely active in the leadership of the Chicago March 10th Movement and has also been the leading candidate for Congress in the 4th district of Illinois. More information is coming up
Campaign and give away towards victory
When you want to get a smashing political campaign going, there are so many things to organize. The slogan needs to get worked out and people should love it, activists must be gathered and of course the budget has to be looked after. Let’s talk today about using giveaways, advertising specialties in political campaigns as a way to connect with the electorate and get the yes-votes into ballot boxes.
For people who love the candidate a giveaway is a token of respect and a wonderful symbol to keep. Paired down with powerful messages, such products as pens, caps and badges can represent very important ideas. The trick is to make both the giveaways or gifts canada and the way the are distributed seem to be about the message, not about the candidate. Make people feel the emotions of being together and fighting for a good cause, a sense of union and strong community. Such items can tell a lot about the person who wears them, about his strong views and his desire to act. But beautiful promotional gifts won’t get anyone into office if the candidate lacks charisma and a good agenda. So try to reflect the best features of the candidate in giveaway products – reliability, commitment to people and loyalty to the party. Get the best experts and start building your platform.
Green Party policy explained
In this article we will try to explain what Omar Lopez’s policy is about in simple words. Well, very often everything is clear from his speeches, because the way he speaks deserves praise. Anyway, many people want to understand everything fast without going deep into details. So, this article is just for them.
He is the representative of Green Party. Very often he reminds us of the words of a very famous Chicago politician’s wife: “for the first time in my adult life I feel proud of my Party”. This is the way Mr. Lopez feels now. He points out to the fact that Latinos and Americans are in equal conditions. They also experience economic hard times and lack of education, healthcare. But they are progressive and ready to changes.
What is more, Omar Lopez believes that we all are at a cross-road and there are two possible ways for us. The first one is narrow and will lead us to self-determination. The other road will lead to disrespect of our Constitution and neo-colonialism. So, the choice is clear – we’d better become progressive and let Green Party represent our communities.
Why should people join the Green Party? What does it mean? The first and the most important meaning is that this party shares principles which do reflect the proclaimed ones. Party works hard to solve problems with immigration reform, labour and economic justice. And finally, Green Party stands ready to defend millions of families without documents who live under the siege of state. Tha is why we need the Green Party.
All of us should have equal opportunities
This article is not about policy of Omar Lopez. For some of you it will be even more interesting because it does express points of view of his supporters and constituents. We do support Green Party and its policy and we do support Omar Lopez. So, let us see what it is all about.
The first and the most important thing each reader of this blog have definitely understood is that we, supporters of this movement, believe that all the people are equal. It does not matter where you come from and what color of skin you have. We are all the same. That is why if you experience problems with your employer, let us say in Canada, there should be equal opportunities for you to use the advice of employment lawyer toronto. There should be no prejudice and discrimination.
If we want to get a job, why can’t we do it, and why should not bosses pay less money if we agree to work for it. Prove that you are better and you will get more money for your job. The policy is quite simple and clear. What is more, today there are more chances for representatives of various ethnic minorities to get a canada pardon. We are moving forward and it is very nice. LEt us all be equal and have equal opportunities.