Shirley Griffith has more. National Hispanic Heritage Month first began as National Hispanic Heritage Week in nineteen sixty-eight under President Lyndon Johnson.

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The theme for this year's Hispanic Heritage Month is "Embracing the Fierce Urgency of Now."

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From historic exhibits to music festivals,this year's Hispanic Heritage Month makes the same appeal.

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It is wonderful to be back with all of you to help kick off Hispanic Heritage Month.

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Michelle and I are thrilled to be here with so many friends to kick off Hispanic Heritage Month.

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During National Hispanic Heritage Month, we pause to celebrate the immeasurable contributions these individuals have made to our Nation -- from its inception to its latest chapters.

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