Today marks the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month — a time to celebrate the vibrant culture, traditions, and contributions of Hispanic and Latinx communities here in Maryland and across the country. From music, art, and language to leadership in our neighborhoods, schools, and workplaces, their presence enriches every part of our lives. Yet we also recognize that this celebration comes amid ongoing challenges. For generations, Hispanic and Latinx families have endured systemic barriers and discrimination, and this year, we’ve seen intensified federal attacks on immigrant families who are our friends, neighbors, and loved ones. This month is both a celebration of resilience and a call to solidarity.
Tomorrow is also National Voter Registration Day, a crucial reminder that our democracy only works when all of us participate. As we prepare for a critical midterm election next year, registering, mobilizing, and turning out voters is the first step to building power and winning a Maryland — and a nation — that puts working families ahead of the wealthy few. We know the stakes are high. Catastrophic decisions at both the federal and state levels have already harmed our communities, but together, we can fight back by electing progressive leaders who listen, who care, and who will deliver.
Read on for upcoming events, plenty of ways to get involved, and key updates from across the state and nation.
In solidarity,
The Progressive Maryland Team
Date: Monday, Sept. 22 | 
5–7 PM | 
Harford County Public Schools Board of Education, 102 S Hickory Ave., Bel Air, MD 21014
6–8 PM | 