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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN">I was reflecting and meditating on our country’s birthday that will be celebrated tomorrow and on this incredible journey that started 241 years ago. I contemplated on what the 4th of July means to me as one with a Latino
heritage and on the precious gift of freedom I enjoy as a citizen of this great nation.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN">One realization us that a collective commitment binds us as Americans to an idea and common truth that was first declared in what is now Independence Hall in Philadelphia - that ALL of us are created equal. It is that undeniable
declaration and very intentional commitment to equality that I see reflected in gratitude from all of us as we serve our state and our great nation.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN">Reflecting on a portion of the Declaration of Independence, that: "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights; that among
these are Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness." <br>
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Those courageous and freedom loving people fought and paid for this freedom 241 years ago. From our cultural side, we are extremely grateful for the people, for our forefathers and family members that sacrificed dearly and devotedly so that we could be here
and enjoy the blessings of liberty, freedom and independence. That was their sacrificial gift to us, may we always stand ready to protect and defend this wonderful privilege and gift. It is with gratitude and mindful reflection that the Latino Leadership
Network and I wish you a wonderful Independence day celebration! </span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#009900">Juan Alaniz<br>
Diversity & Inclusion Manager<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#009900">Talent Acquisition and Development Team
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#009900">Employee Resources Division<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#009900">Washington State Health Care Authority<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#009900">626 8th Ave SE, PO Box 42698<br>
Olympia, WA 98504-2698<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#009900">Phone: </span><b><span style="color:red">(360) 725-0860</span></b><span style="color:#009900"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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