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THE WHITE HOUSE
Office of the Press Secretary
For Immediate Release
September 12, 1989
REMARKS BY THE PRESIDENT
DURING NATIONAL REPUBLICAN
HISPANIC TRIBUTE DINNER
The Omni Shoreham Hotel
Washington, D.C.
THE PRESIDENT: Thank you very, very much for that warm
welcome. (Applause.) Hey, listen, you've got to eat, too. Kathy --
what a great U.S. Treasurer Kathy Villalpando's going to be. I'll
tell you -- I'm just so proud of her. (Applause.) And I am
delighted to be here. I see so many distinguished United States
senators here. I understand that one of the honorees is Orrin Hatch,
and Senator Warner is here with us. Senator Connie Mack, from
Florida. Pete Wilson was to be. And I want to salute them. And if
I might be accorded a special privilege, I understand there is
another former Senator with us tonight, a very special friend and a
man who has shown the way in terms of equity for all Americans. And
I'm thinking of my own former Senator, Senator John Tower, who is out
there someplace. (Applause.) There he is.
And we're honored to have our -- the Ambassador from our
great neighbor here, Ambassador Petrocelli. Please stand up so they
can see you once more. (Applause.) I'll tell you -- I don't believe
-- and I say this with tribute to him and to President Salinas -- I
don't believe we've ever had better relationships than we have with
Mexico today. And I'm determined to keep it that way and make it
even better. (Applause.) And this Ambassador is going to be doing a
lot of the heavy lifting, I'll tell you. (Applause.)
You see, Bob Estrada was here, and so many others. I am
delighted that Lee Atwater is here. He does not have to sing, and
that -- (laughter) -- some rejoice in that and others feel deprived.
(Laughter.) But do what you want; I'm leaving right after I give a
speech here. So if Atwater plays, why, you're lucky. I'm grateful
that Manuel Lujan, a friend of long-standing, a guy that I served
with in the Congress, is our Secretary of the Interior, and he's
doing an outstanding job. (Applause.)
I know there are many members of the House here -- House
of Representatives, and those that have taken a very special interest
in the National Hispanic Assembly. And I'm grateful to each and
every one of them. I'm pleased, also, to be joined by John Sununu.
And I want to tell you how lucky we are to have him. (Applause.)
When he gets upset that I don't understand source codes and
thermonuclear physics, he lapses off into Spanish, hoping maybe he
can get me on the same wavelength -- (laughter) -- but a versatile
Chief of Staff who is doing a superb job.
As I say, I mentioned Orrin. You appropriately are going
to honor him later on, so I won't say any more. But he is the
Chairman of the Republican Senate Task Force on Hispanic Affairs, and
you are appropriately honoring him for his efforts on behalf of the
Hispanic community.
Like you, I know many of you had a chance to get away on
vacation, and I heard some allusion to mine here. Before I go any
further, I want to put an end to the rumor -- ugly rumor that's
making the rounds since I was up in Maine about a covert amphibious
operation off the coast of the American Northeast. (Laughter.)
There is no truth to the rumor that the bluefish I finally caught was
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hooked on the line by a Navy frogman. Not true; not true at all.
(Laughter.)
Actually, about Lee, what a job he's doing as Chairman of
the Republican National Committee. Really, it is outstanding.
(Applause.) In addition to being the Andres Segovia of the
Republican Party -- but actually, the tunes Lee likes to play aren't
always music to everyone's ears. I hear Lee asked Orrin Hatch, "If I
bring my guitar tonight, would you have any special requests?" Orrin
said, "Yes, just one: Don't play it." (Laughter.)
Let me say that I am deeply honored to meet with all of
you. I knew for fact-certain 15 years ago when I was in Lee's job,
when I was Chairman of the National Committee, that the time had come
for the Hispanic Assembly. And we started it. And over the years,
I've watched with admiration all of the energy that you've devoted to
advancing the Republican cause. And it is a source of great pride to
be able to feel that at least on that one I was i there at the
beginning with so many men and women right here in this room. And
you -- (applause) -- as Lee said in saluting my beloved
daughter-in-law, honoring her for what she has done, all of you have
made the 1980s a time of great pride for Hispanic Americans. And I'm
honored to enjoy the advice and counsel I mentioned -- of one Cabinet
officer that I mentioned, Manuel Lujan, but certainly of another of
Hispanic dissent, and I'm talking about Larry Cavazos.
Just one week ago, we welcomed someone else to
Washington. And she's with us here tonight. And I am so proud of
Ileana Ros-Lehtinen and for her victory down there in Florida.
(Applause.) The first Cuban American to serve in Congress and the
12th American of Hispanic heritage in the 101st Congress, and she's
here tonight. And I can tell you after just one week, she is going
to be a tiger. She is going to be a force to be reckoned with on
Capitol Hill and, boy, do we need her up there for good, common
sense. (Applause.)
But I look at her election and I see it as just one more
indication of the fact that Hispanic Americans have made it into the
mainstream and that more and more are choosing the Republican Party.
For everyone in this room tonight, that's the ultimate victory that
we're fighting for.
I want to thank Lee again whose dedicated to making our
party the party of outreach and inclusion; it's driving the Democrat
Party right up a wall the way he is reaching out and bringing people
in and opening doors that have been regrettably closed. (Applause.)
But what he's trying to do, and where we're all trying to
help him, is build it on mainstream values. And I want all Hispanic
Americans to know that they have a home in the Republican Party. And
tonight, I want to announce two more talented individuals that I've
asked to join my administration. I will nominate Velma Montoya to
serve on the Occupational Safety and Health Administration Review
Commission, and Adis Maria Vila as Assistant Secretary of Agriculture
-- (applause) -- two more distinguished appointments.
And last week I spoke to the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
-- a meeting that I love to attend and have attended before -- but
this was their annual meeting, this time in New Orleans. And I
talked about the extraordinary accomplishments of the entrepreneurs
-- Hispanic entrepreneurs. And you could feel it in this crowd. The
enthusiasm there was absolutely electric, and the contribution these
businessmen and women are making to the American economy cannot be
measured in terms of the Gross National Product alone. They
understand that they are role models to the next generation of
Hispanic Americans -- tangible proof that every door is open and
success is within their reach. And the successes we see really come
as no surprise.
The values of this community are the very founding values
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of this nation and of the Republican Party. Faith and family, hard
work and individual responsibility, respect for others, and above
all, an abiding love of freedom -- those are all the ingredients that
anyone ever needs to succeed, anywhere from the streets of San
Antonio or Miami to the halls of Congress, or at the President's
table as an officer in the Cabinet.
Our nation and our party need your contributions. And
tonight is a night to take pride in all that you've done, and to take
home with you a commitment to write the next chapter in the success
story of Hispanic American achievement. Once again, thank you for
all you are doing. God bless you. And God bless the United States
of America. Thank you very, very much. (Applause.)
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THE WHITE HOUSE
Office of the Press Secretary
For Immediate Release
September 13, 1989
MESSAGE BY THE PRESIDENT
NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH
September 11, 1989
I am delighted to extend my warmest greetings and
congratulations to the members of the Hispanic American
community as you celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month,
September 15 - October 15, 1989.
Perhaps no single ethnic group has had as profound an impact
upon our Nation as Hispanic Americans. From the days of
the first explorers in what is now Florida, Texas, and
California, the Hispanic peoples have played a major
role in taming this vast country and developing its abun-
dant resources. Mexican Americans, Cuban Americans, Puerto
Rican Americans, and other men and women of Hispanic descent
have not only demonstrated the power of individual enterprise
but also added to the cultural diversity that so enriches
American life.
Today, Hispanic Americans continue to be leaders and pioneers
-- in education, government, business, science, sports,
and the arts. Every day, in communities across the United
States, they remind their fellow Americans of the meaning
of determination and hard work, as well as the importance
of faith and devotion to one's family. The values passed
from generation to generation in Hispanic American families
are values central to the American experience, and our
Nation is all the stronger because these individuals have
recognized the importance of caring for one's neighbor,
obtaining a good education, participating in one's church,
and exercising one's rights as a citizen.
This month provides a wonderful opportunity for all of us
to celebrate both our Nation's Hispanic Heritage and the
beliefs that unite us. I encourage all Americans to take
part.
Barbara joins me in offering Hispanic Americans best wishes
for a memorable celebration and for every future happiness
and success. God bless you, and God bless America.
/.s/ GEORGE BUSH
# # #
FILE
REMARKS: REPUBLICAN NATIONAL HISPANIC
ASSEMBLY DINNER
OMNI-SHOREHAM HOTEL
WASHINGTON, D.C.
SEPTEMBER 12, 1989
7:30 PM
THANK YOU, CATHI [VILLALPANDO, NOMINEE FOR U.S.
TREASURER]. I'M LOOKING FORWARD TO HAVING YOU
OFFICIALLY ON THE TEAM. I KNOW YOU'RE GOING TO MAKE A
GREAT U.S. TREASURER.
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I AM PLEASED TO BE JOINED TONIGHT BY MY CHIEF OF
STAFF JOHN SUNUNU, AND I WANT ESPECIALLY TO ACKNOWLEDGE
YOUR GUEST OF HONOR, SENATOR ORRIN HATCH -- CHAIRMAN OF
THE REPUBLICAN SENATE TASK FORCE ON HISPANIC AFFAIRS --
FOR ALL OF HIS EFFORTS ON BEHALF OF THE HISPANIC
COMMUNITY.
LIKE ME, I KNOW MANY OF YOU HAD A CHANCE TO GET
AWAY ON VACATION THIS SUMMER.
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BEFORE I GO ANY FURTHER, I WANT TO PUT AN END TO A
RUMOR THAT'S MAKING THE ROUNDS SINCE I WAS UP IN MAINE
ABOUT A COVERT, AMPHIBIOUS OPERATION OFF THE COAST OF
THE AMERICAN NORTHEAST. THERE'S SIMPLY NO TRUTH TO THE
TALK THAT THE BLUEFISH I FINALLY CAUGHT WAS HOOKED ON
MY LINE BY A NAVY FROGMAN.
I SEE TONIGHT'S MASTER OF CEREMONIES IS THE ANDRES
SEGOVIA OF THE REPUBLICAN PARTY, LEE ATWATER.
[[PAUSE]]
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ACTUALLY, THE TUNES LEE LIKES TO PLAY AREN'T ALWAYS
MUSIC TO EVERYONE'S EARS. I HEAR LEE ASKED ORRIN
HATCH: "IF I BRING MY GUITAR TONIGHT, WOULD YOU HAVE
ANY SPECIAL REQUESTS?" ORRIN SAID: "JUST
ONE -- DON'T PLAY IT." [[PAUSE]]
LET ME SAY I'M DEEPLY HONORED To MEET WITH ALL OF
YOU TONIGHT. I KNEW 15 YEARS AGO -- BACK WHEN I WAS
CHAIRING THE RNC -- THAT THE TIME HAD COME FOR A
HISPANIC ASSEMBLY.
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OVER THE YEARS, I'VE WATCHED WITH ADMIRATION ALL THE
ENERGY YOU'VE DEVOTED TO ADVANCING THE REPUBLICAN
CAUSE. IT'S A SOURCE OF GREAT PRIDE TO BE ABLE TO SAY,
"I WAS THERE AT THE BEGINNING."
AND YOU'VE MADE THE 1980s A TIME OF GREAT PRIDE FOR
HISPANIC AMERICANS. I'M HONORED TO ENJOY THE ADVICE
AND COUNSEL OF TWO ABLE CABINET OFFICERS OF HISPANIC
DESCENT: MANUEL LUJAN AND LAURO CAVAZOS.
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AND JUST ONE WEEK AGO, WE WELCOMED ILEANA Ros-LEHTINEN
TO WASHINGTON -- THE FIRST CUBAN-AMERICAN TO SERVE IN
CONGRESS, AND THE TWELFTH AMERICAN OF HISPANIC HERITAGE
IN THE 101st CONGRESS. ILEANA IS HERE TONIGHT -- AND I
CAN TELL YOU AFTER JUST ONE WEEK, SHE'S GOING TO BE A
FORCE TO BE RECKONED WITH ON CAPITOL HILL.
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ILEANA'S ELECTION IS JUST ONE MORE SIGN THAT
HISPANIC AMERICANS HAVE MADE IT INTO THE MAINSTREAM --
AND THAT MORE AND MORE HISPANIC AMERICANS ARE CHOOSING
THE REPUBLICAN PARTY. FOR EVERYONE IN THIS ROOM
TONIGHT, THAT'S THE ULTIMATE VICTORY WE'RE FIGHTING
FOR.
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I THANK YOU -- AND I WANT TO THANK TONIGHT'S MASTER OF
CEREMONIES, LEE ATWATER, WHO IS DEDICATED To MAKING THE
REPUBLICAN PARTY THE PARTY OF OUTREACH AND INCLUSION:
A MAJORITY PARTY BUILT ON MAINSTREAM VALUES.
I WANT ALL HISPANIC AMERICANS TO KNOW YOU HAVE A
HOME IN THE REPUBLICAN PARTY. AND TONIGHT, I WANT TO
ANNOUNCE TWO MORE TALENTED INDIVIDUALS I'VE ASKED TO
JOIN MY ADMINISTRATION.
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I WILL NOMINATE VELMA MONTOYA TO SERVE ON THE
OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION REVIEW
COMMISSION, AND ADIS [AH-DIS] MARIA VILA [VEE-LA] AS
ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF AGRICULTURE.
LAST WEEK, I SPOKE TO THE HISPANIC CHAMBER OF
COMMERCE DOWN IN NEW ORLEANS ABOUT THE EXTRAORDINARY
ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF HISPANIC ENTREPRENEURS.
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THE ENTHUSIASM WAS ELECTRIC -- AND THE CONTRIBUTION
THESE BUSINESSMEN AND -WOMEN ARE MAKING TO THE AMERICAN
ECONOMY CAN'T BE MEASURED IN TERMS OF GNP ALONE. THEY
UNDERSTAND THAT THEY ARE ROLE MODELS TO THE NEXT
GENERATION OF HISPANIC AMERICANS -- TANGIBLE PROOF THAT
EVERY DOOR IS OPEN, AND SUCCESS IS WITHIN THEIR REACH.
AND THE SUCCESSES WE SEE REALLY COME AS NO
SURPRISE.
- 11 -
THE VALUES THE HISPANIC COMMUNITY HOLDS DEAR ARE THE
VERY FOUNDING VALUES OF THIS NATION -- AND OF THE
REPUBLICAN PARTY: FAITH AND FAMILY, HARD WORK AND
INDIVIDUAL RESPONSIBILITY, RESPECT FOR OTHERS. AND
ABOVE ALL, AN ABIDING LOVE OF FREEDOM. THOSE ARE ALL
THE INGREDIENTS ANYONE EVER NEEDS TO SUCCEED --
ANYWHERE FROM THE STREETS OF SAN ANTONIO OR MIAMI TO
THE HALLS OF CONGRESS OR AT THE PRESIDENT'S TABLE AS AN
OFFICER OF THE CABINET.
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OUR NATION -- AND OUR PARTY -- NEED YOUR
CONTRIBUTIONS. TONIGHT IS A NIGHT TO TAKE PRIDE IN ALL
YOU'VE DONE -- AND TAKE HOME WITH YOU A COMMITMENT TO
WRITE THE NEXT CHAPTER IN THE SUCCESS STORY OF HISPANIC
AMERICAN ACHIEVEMENT.
ONCE AGAIN, THANK YOU. GOD BLESS YOU, AND GOD
BLESS THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
# # #
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THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
September 8, 1989
INFORMATION
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
THROUGH: CHRISS WINSTON CW
FROM:
DANIEL MCGROARTY Acc. A
SUBJECT: REPUBLICAN NATIONAL HISPANIC ASSEMBLY DINNER REMARKS
I. SUMMARY
On Tuesday, September 12 at 7:30 p.m. you will address the
Republican National Hispanic Assembly Dinner. About 700
people are expected.
Lee Atwater will emcee the event, and you will be introduced
by Cathi Villalpando.
II. DISCUSSION
The remarks applaud the many valuable contributions that the
Republican National Hispanic Assembly has made to the
Republican party. They also point out that the success of
Hispanic-Americans, both in the Republican party and in
American society in general, give credence to the fact that
we are the party of opportunity and inclusion.
McGroarty/Dooley
September 8, 1989
6:00 pm
[HISPANIC]
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: REPUBLICAN NATIONAL HISPANIC ASSEMBLY
DINNER
OMNI-SHOREHAM HOTEL, WASHINGTON, D.C.
SEPTEMBER 12, 1989
7:30 PM
Thank you, Cathi [Villalpando, nominee for U.S. Treasurer].
I'm looking forward to having you officially on the team. I know
you're going to make a great U.S. Treasurer.
I am pleased to be joined tonight by my Chief of Staff John
Sununu, and I want especially to acknowledge your guest of honor,
Senator Orrin Hatch -- Chairman of the Republican Senate Task
Force on Hispanic Affairs -- for all of his efforts on behalf of
the Hispanic community.
Like me, I know many of you had a chance to get away on
vacation this summer. Before I go any further, I want to put an
end to a rumor that's making the rounds since I was up in Maine
about a covert, amphibious operation off the coast of the
American northeast. There's simply no truth to the talk that the
bluefish I finally caught was hooked on my line by a Navy
frogman.
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I see tonight's Master of Ceremonies is the Andres Segovia
of the Republican Party, Lee Atwater. [[Pause]] Actually, the
tunes Lee likes to play aren't always music to everyone's ears.
I hear Lee asked Orrin Hatch: "If I bring my guitar tonight,
would you have any special requests?" Orrin said: "Just
one -- that you don't play it." [[Pause]]
Let me say I'm deeply honored to meet once again with a
group I've watched with admiration since its very beginning 15
years ago -- one that's devoted so much time and energy to
advance the Republican cause.
You've made the 1980s a time of great pride for Hispanic
Americans. I'm honored to enjoy the advice and counsel of two
able Cabinet officers of Hispanic descent: Manuel Lujan and
Lauro Cavazos. And just one week ago, we welcomed Ileana Ros-
Lehtinen to Washington -- the first Cuban-American to serve in
Congress, and the twelfth American of Hispanic heritage in the
101st Congress. Ileana is here tonight -- and I can tell you
after just one week, she's going to be a force to be reckoned
with on Capitol Hill.
I can't tell you what Ileana's victory has done for our
spirit in Florida -- but I haven't heard of so much enthusiasm
since my family found out I caught a fish. [[Pause]]
3
Ileana's election is just one more sign that Hispanic
Americans have made it into the mainstream -- and that more and
more Hispanic Americans are choosing the Republican Party. For
everyone in this room tonight, that's the ultimate victory we're
fighting for. I thank you -- and I want to thank tonight's
Master of Ceremonies, Lee Atwater, who is dedicated to making the
Republican Party the party of outreach and inclusion: a majority
party built on mainstream values.
Last week, I spoke to the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce down
in New Orleans about the extraordinary accomplishments of
Hispanic entrepreneurs. The enthusiasm was electric -- and the
contribution these businessmen and -women are making to the
American economy can't be measured in terms of GNP alone. They
understand that they are role models to the next generation of
Hispanic Americans -- tangible proof that every door is open, and
success is within their reach.
And the successes we see really come as no surprise. The
values the Hispanic community holds dear are the very founding
values of this nation -- and of the Republican Party: faith and
family, hard work and individual responsibility, respect for
others. And above all, an abiding love of freedom. Those are
all the ingredients anyone ever needs to succeed -- anywhere from
the streets of San Antonio or Miami to the halls of Congress or
at the President's table as an officer of the Cabinet.
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Our nation -- and our party -- need your contributions.
Tonight is a night to take pride in all you've done -- and take
home with you a commitment to write the next chapter in the
success story of Hispanic American achievement.
Once again, thank you. God bless you, and God bless the
United States of America.
# # #
VELMA MONTOYA
Education
University of California, Los Angeles
1977 Ph.D., Economics, the first Mexican American woman to earn an economics
Ph.D. in the United States
Stanford University
19 is M.A., Economics
Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy
1960 M.A., International Relations
St. Hugh's College, Oxford University
Occidental College 1759
B.A., Diplomacy and World Affairs
Professional Experience
1988 :- Associate Professor of Finance, School of Business Administration,
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona.
1984 - - President, Hispanic American Public Policy Institute, a part-time
wyhers-
venture.
shill
1987-1988 : - Adjunct Professor, Pepperdine University School of Business and
Management.
pricy
1985-1987 -- Director of Studies in Public Policy and Associate Professor of
Political Economy, Chapman College School of Business and Management.
declarationly
1983-1985 - - Expert Economist, Office of Regulatory Analysis, Occupational
Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. She managed the
economic impact analysis of OSHA's policies, including the direction of
OSHA's outside contractors.
1982-1983 :- Assistant Director for Strategy, White House Office of Policy
Development, Executive Office of the President. She contributed strategies
on political and economic issues, as exemplified by OPD's Mid-Term Planning
Review, designed to set the domestic policy agenda for the second two years
of President Reagan's first term. She also developed Administration private
sector initiatives, and served on the Interagency Working Group on
Southwestern Border States and the Women's Working Group, the support staff
for the White House Coordinating Council on Women.
1973-1982 :- Staff Economist, The RAND Corporation, Santa Monica, CA
Spring 1981 to June 1982 : - Dr. Montoya taught at the University of
California at Los Angeles, including courses in Industrial Organization,
Money, Banking and Financial Institutions, and Microeconomic Theory.
MEMBER,
Spring 1979 -- Visiting Associate Professor at the University of Southern
OSHA
California's Von Kleinschmidt School of International Relations. She taught
a course on the Development of the World Economy since 1750.
Review
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Commission
Professional Experience (Con'd)
Editorial referee for Economic Inquiry, Policy Analysis, and The Journal of
Economic Literature.
July-September 1974 -- Consultant to the Urban Institute.
1969-1972 Ph.D. student, University of California, Los Angeles.
1965-1968 Assistant Professor of Economics, California State University at
Los Angeles, School of Business.
Summer 1966 Consultant to the Mexican American Study Project, Division of
Research, Graduate School of Business Administration, University of
California, Los Angeles. Dr. Montoya also contributed to The Mexican
American People, Leo Grebler, et al., The Free Press, 1970. In conjunction
with this, she lectured to the 1967 Seminar on Mexican Americans and the
Labor Movement sponsored by the Institute of. Industrial Relations, University
of California, Los Angeles.
Professional Organizations/Honors/Appointments
Phi Beta Kappa
Omicron Delta Epsilon (national honorary economics society)
Phi Alpha Theta (national honorary history society)
University Fellowship, Stanford University
International Relations Fellowship, California PTA
John Hay Whitney Opportunity Fellowship
Marshall Scholarship
Fulbright Scholarship (declined)
California State University at Los Angeles Foundation Faculty Research Grant
American Economic Association
Econometric Society
Western Economic Association
Town Hall of California
Outstanding Young Women of America
Who's Who in the West
Who's Who of Emerging Leaders in America
Woman of the Year, The Mexican American Opportunity Foundation, 1983, and
The East Los Angeles Community Union, 1979.
Fourth Legal Institute for Economists sponsored by the Law and Economics
Center of the University of Miami Law School
Discussion Leader for the American Assembly on Relations Between
the United States and Mexico, 1981.
President's delegate to the White House Conference on Aging, December 1981.
Consultant on Graduate and Professional Fellowships to the Office of
Postsecondary Education, U.S. Department of Education.
Hispanic Advisory Panel, National Commission for Employment Policy, 1981-82.
Close-Up Foundation Board of Advisors, 1982-83.
Lectured on the White House Policymaking Process to Brookings Institute
Seminars for U.S. business leaders.
Discussant, Western Economic Assn Meetings, June 1985.
Delivered paper, Western Regional Science Assn Meetings, February 1987.
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Professional Organizations/Honors/Appointments (Con'd)
Member, Committee on Research and Technical Planning, a Standing Committee of
the Board of Directors of the American Society for Testing and Materials
(ASTM), 1985-87.
Member, Disciplinary Board, State Bar of California, Governor's Appointment,
1986-
Member, Executive Committee of the California State Bar Court, 1987-
Recipient, 1986 Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge Honor Certificate for
Excellence in Economics Education.
Member, Census Advisory Committee on the Hispanic Population for the
1990 Census.
Professional Publications
"AIDS Testing: An Economic Assessment of Evolving Public Policy,"
Economic Inquiry, forthcoming, April 1989.
"The Mexico-Morgan Debt Swap: An Assessment," in progress.
"The Effect of Debt-Equity Swaps on LDC Economic Growth," in progress.
"Crime, Punishment and Privatization," in progress.
"Should You Control Your Body Tissues Once They Leave Your Body?", January
1988 (co-authored).
"Quality Investigations Under Laissez Faire and the Principle of
Nondiscrimination,' December 1985.
"Efficient Retraining During Unemployment, Journal of Behavioral Economics,
Vol. XIV, No. 2, 1985, PP. 121-128, (formerly P-5904, The RAND Corporation).
"Book Review of Distant Neighbors by Alan Riding," Policy Review, No. 33,
1985, PP. 88-89.
"Book Review of Female Labor Supply," James P. Smith (ed.), Journal of the
American Statistical Association, Vol. 77, No. 377, 1982, PP. 219-220.
"Book Review of Hired Hands: Seasonal Workers in the United States," If by S.H.
Sosnick, Journal of Economic Literature, Vol. 18, No. 3, 1980,
PP. 1124-1125.
"The Benefits of Domestic Investment Subsidies and Taxes to Exports in Common
Market Countries," De Economist, Vol. 132, No. 1, 1984, pp. 61-74, (formerly
P-6478-1, The RAND Corporation).
"Unemployed Aerospace Professionals: Lessons for Programs for Mid-Life
Career Redirection," Policy Analysis, Vol. 3, No. 3, 1977, PP. 375-385.
"Inefficient Labor Market Discrimination Under Competitive Conditions,"
Ph.D. dissertation, University of California at Los Angeles, 1977.
4
Professional Publications (Con'd)
Government Policies to Induce Efficient Retraining Decisions, The RAND
Corporation, P-5736-1, December 1976, for the Joint Economic Committee
Compendium on Women Workers in a Full Employment Economy.
Analysis of Reading Programs in Los Angeles Minority Schools, The RAND
Corporation, R-2007-LAUSD, August 1976 (co-authored).
An Evaluation of Policy Related Research on Programs for Mid-Life Career
Redirection, The Rand Corporation, R-1582/2-NSF, February 1975 (co-authored).
"Mexican Americans and Blacks in Los Angeles Labor Unions," Journal of
Mexican American Studies, Vol. 1, No. 2, 1970, PP. 84-90.
Newspaper Opinion Editorials
"Reagan Wisely Ignored Stockman's Proposals," Daily News, May 2, 1986.
"Testing for AIDS: Let the Public Decide," The Los Angeles Daily Journal,
February 21, 1986, and The Orange County Register, February 27, 1986. Latter
provoked a letter to Register from Congressman William Dannemeyer,
March 13, 1986.
"How the Misery Index Has Changed Under Reagan," The Washington Times,
September 20, 1984, P. 3C.
"Latinos are Shifting in Their Basic Public Policy Concerns,"
Los Angeles Times, January 25, 1984.
"Net Economic Benefits to Hispanic Americans From Tuition Tax Credits,"
Los Angeles Herald Examiner, September 9, 1983, P. A13. Also published by
the New York Daily News, the Santa Barbara News Press, the San Jose News, the
San Antonio Express, the Sacramento Union. the Arizona Republic, the Houston
Chronicle, and, in Spanish, in, among others, La Opinion, December 1, 1983.
5
REFERENCES
J. Clayburn LaForce, Dean
Graduate School of Management
University of California
Los Angeles, CA 90024
Richard King
Richard King International
811 West Seventh Street, Suite 1206
Los Angeles, CA 90017
Eugene J. McAlister
Assistant Secretary for Economic and Business Affairs
U.S. State Department
Washington, DC
Rafael Franchi
3527 King Arthur Road
Annandale VA, 22003
Ms. Gloria Gartz
63 Monarch Bay
South Laguna, CA 92677
Hon. Gaddi Vasquez
Supervisor, Third Orange County District
10 Civic Center Plaza
Santa Ana CA, 92701
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BRIEF POLITICAL BIOGRAPHY
Bush/Qualye'88: Submitted issues memoranda to Chief of Staff Craig Fuller
and to Richard Darman during the Campaign (see attached letters of
acknowledgment from Craig Fuller and Deborah Steelman, Domestic Policy
Campaign Director); Letter to The Wall Street Journal setting the record
straight on key Reagan-Bush women's issues reforms (attached); Surrogate
Speaker, Bush/Qualye National Women's Coalition; Vice Chair, California
Education Coalition for the Bush/Quayle Campaign; worked the phones at
Republican Headquarters prior to the election.
Reagan-Bush'84, National Co-Chair, Scholars Program
1981-1983, Assistant Director for Strategy, WHite House Office of Policy
Developent
Reagan-Bush'80, Contributed domestic policy position papers.
Member, California Republican Party; Citizens for the Republic; Republican
National Hispanic Assembly.
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RESUME
MS. ADIS MARIA VILA
EMPLOYMENT
April 1987 - Present
Secretary, Department of Administration, State of Florida. The Department has
527 employees and a budget of $761 million. The Department develops policies and
strategies to attract, employ, compensate, train, retain, and retire a competent
work force.
The Department administers a statewide personnel system for 128,000 career and
noncareer employees, the retirement systems for state, county, and school district
employees, and the group health, life, and disability insurance plans available to
state officers and employees, state retirees, surviving spouses, and their
dependents. The Department represents the Governor in collective bargaining
matters and assists veterans residing in Florida.
Department of Administration's Accomplishments April 1987 - November 1988
Simplified the State's employment process by making agencies responsible for
eligibility determination, distributing employment brochures in English and Spanish,
and creating the Voice Information Processing System (VIPS) to provide applicants
faster access to statewide job vacancy information.
Piloted a successful state employee child care program for 95 infants and toddlers.
Worked with other state agencies and the Legislature to allow state employees to
pay for health and life insurance and dependent care costs on a pre-tax basis.
Saved $385,000 by coordinating training programs for state agencies, eliminating
duplication, and reducing travel costs. Secured legislative approval to develop a
training program for supervisors and a continuing education program for supervisors
and managers.
Gained Cabinet approval for an Affirmative Action resolution directing DOA to
coordinate Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity training for
managers and supervisors.
Adopted rules to administer Florida's Veterans' preference laws and implemented a
Asst.
process to resolve veterans' preference questions. Broke ground on a 150-bed
Veterans' Domiciliary Home at Lake City to be completed in December 1989. This
first ever State Domiciliary will be built with $4.4 million from the Veterans
Administration and $2.7 million from the State.
of Ag .
April 1986 - April 1987
Aor
Director, Office of Mexico and the Caribbean Basin, U.S. Department of
Administration
Commerce, International Trade Administration. Formulated and implemented U.S.
international economic policies and agreements affecting Mexico, Central
America, and the Caribbean.
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September 1983 - April 1986
Special Assistant to the Assistant Secretary of State for Inter-American Affairs.
Developed channels of communication with key constituencies interested in Latin
American policy; coordinated legislative programs of importance to the
Administration with the Congress; represented the Department of State at
conferences and forums across the country on topics ranging from the Caribbean
Basin Initiative to Central American policy; lectured on Latin American policy at
the Foreign Service Institute; coordinated U.S. observer programs to Salvadoran,
Guatemalan and Honduran elections in 1984 and 1985; represented the Assistant
Secretary at press conferences and interviews with the media.
September 1982 - August 1983
White House Fellow, Office of Public Liaison, The White House. Developed and
implemented programs which cultivated public support for Reagan Administration
policies; developed private sector coalitions in support of major Administration
initiatives; conducted White House briefings on Administration policies for leaders
of key national organizations; represented the President at conventions,
conferences and forums across the country and abroad; coordinated White House
meetings with the President, Vice President, Cabinet officers and other
Administration officials for key community and organizational leaders; served as
White House liaison to interagency working groups on youth policies and private
sector initiatives.
August 1979 - July 1982
Paul & Thomson, Miami, Florida. Associate. Practiced in the areas of
international business, banking, corporate, and real estate law.
December 1978 - May 1979
Nestle, S.A., Vevey, Switzerland. Legal Assistant to Attorney for U.S., Canadian,
and Puerto Rican markets. Drafted licensing and agency agreements and contracts
on transfer of technology.
September - October 1978
Paul & Thompson. Law Clerk. Researched and drafted memoranda for corporate
and real estate departments.
September - December 1977
Akerman, Senterfitt & Eidson, Orlando, Florida. Law Clerk. Researched and
drafted memoranda for labor, corporate and litigation departments.
Summer 1977
Sanchez-Mejorada y Velasco, Mexico D.F. Law Clerk. Researched foreign
investment and corporate problems.
MS. ADIS MARIA VILA
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EDUCATION
1978 - 1979; 1975 - 1976
Institut Universitaire de Hautes Etudes Internationales, Geneva, Switzerland.
LL.M. with High Honors in International Law 1981.
1976 - 1978; 1974 - 1975
University of Florida College of Law, J.D. with Honors 1978.
1970 - - 1974
Rollins College, Winter Park, Florida, B.A. with Distinction (Mathematics). Studies
abroad: England, Winter 1972; France, Summer 1974.
November 1988
The Management Course for Presidents, The President's Association, The Chief
Executive Officers' Division of American Management Association. A four and
one-half day residential program dedicated to improving the effectiveness and
meeting the development needs of top management. The forum allowed chief
executive officers to share ideas on managing excellence, strategic planning,
organizing to achieve objectives, effective management control, and leadership.
July 1988
Fellowship Program, 21st Century Trust, England. A two-week residential program
designed to provide young leaders from Free Societies the opportunity to examine
the political, financial and economic aspects of privatization. Through discussions
of cases, the effects of the forces shaping the development of privatization
including ownership, management, the work force and performance of enterprises
were analyzed
June 1988
Program for Senior Executives in State and Local Government, John F. Kennedy
School of Government, Harvard University. A three-week residential program
providing public managers the opportunity to discuss complex political, social and
economic forces that shape their operating environments, the role of public
executives in improving productivity and managing human resources, and ethical
and professional responsibilities.
MS. ADIS MARIA VILA
Page 4
June 1987
Strategic Leadership for Gubernatorial Executives, The Governor's Center at Duke
University, Durham, North Carolina. A six-day residential program designed to
provide senior executive state government managers the concepts of public
leadership and political management. Through the application of public
management teaching cases and special seminars, issues such as long-term
strategic initiatives; coping with legislative, interest group, and bureaucratic
politics; establishing goals; motivating people; communicating Ideas; and measuring
results were analyzed.
February 1987
U.S. Department of Commerce Executive Forum, Williamsburg, Virginia, A five-
day residential developmental program designed to increase the effectiveness of
senior executives and to promote interaction across federal government
organizational lines.
October 1984
Federal Executive Institute, Charlottesville, Virginia. Graduate of Executive
Leadership and Management Program, a three-week course in executive assessment
and goal setting, management systems and processes and interpersonal and personal
executive effectiveness for the federal government's top managers.
Summer 1977
Escuela Libre de Derecho, Mexico City, D.F. (International Law and Business
Practices).
Summer 1976
Hague Academy of International Law, The Hague,
The Netherlands (Public International Law).
Summer 1976
Institut International de Droit De L'Homme, Strasbourg, France (Human Rights).
1962 - 1970
Miami Senior High School, Miami, Florida. Class of 1970, Fourth in class of 1220.
MS. ADIS MARIA VILA
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PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
Admitted to the Florida Bar, 1979; admitted to D.C. Bar, 1984.
Member, Council on Foreign Relations. The purpose of the Council on Foreign Relations
(CFR) is to study the international aspects of American political, economic and strategic
problems. CFR membership is competitive -- limited to approximately 2450 individuals
with specialized knowledge of and interest in international affairs. Term member (1987-
1992).
Director, Women Executives in State Government (WESG) (1988-Present). WESG
provides management and leadership education to enhance the professional skills of top
women executives in state government. WESG has approximately 180 members
nationwide who are statewide elected officials, cabinet secretaries, commissioners or
directors, heads of major departments reporting directly to Governors, Governor's senior
staff or commissioners of major regulatory agencies. WESG has 17 directors from 14
states including two Governors and three Secretaries of State.
Director, American Council of Young Political Leaders (ACYPL) (1984-Present). ACYPL
promotes international understanding and cooperation among young political leaders of
all countries.
Member, International, Inter-American, American, Cuban-American, and Dade County
Bar Associations, and Florida Association of Women Lawyers.
Member, Board of Directors and Executive Committee, Young Lawyers' Section, Dade
County Bar Association (1979-82).
PUBLICATION
A. M. Vila, "Legal Aspects of Foreign Direct Investments in the United States," 16
International Lawyer, 1982.
PUBLIC SPEAKING
TOPICS: International law, foreign policy, leadership, personnel and human resource
management, and politics.
Addressed more than 200 Rotary Clubs in the United States, Mexico, Central America,
South America, Japan, Korea, India, Switzerland, and West Germany.
Surrogate speaker during the 1988 election campaign for President-elect George Bush,
U.S. Senator-elect Connie Mack, and State Insurance Commissioner-elect Tom Gallagher.
MS. ADIS MARIA VILA
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HONORS
Post Law School
Recipient, White House Fellowship 1982-83. Established In 1964, the WHF program
provides participants with first-hand experience in the process of governing the
nation. I was one of 14 professionals selected from 1220 applicants.
Named, One of Ten Outstanding Young Women of America in 1983.
Named, One of 100 Young Women of Promise by Good Housekeeping in 1985.
Participant, Rotary Foundation Group Study Exchange Program to India, January -
February 1985.
Participant, American Council of Young Political Leaders (ACYPL) Study Tour to
El Salvador, Nicaragua, Honduras and Costa Rica, June 1984.
Participant, ACYPL Foreign Policy Conferences, Spring 1983, 1984.
Participant, Leadership Miami, 1984. A two-day seminar sponsored by the Greater
Miami Chamber of Commerce. Conferees examined community problems, learned
how the community works and recommended solutions to pressing problems.
Named, Paul Harris Fellow by Rotary International, 1983.
Named, Rollins College's Outstanding Young Alumna, 1983.
Named, Who's Who in Florida, 1982-83.
Law School
Recipient, Council on Legal Education Opportunity (CLEO) Grant, 1974-75; 1976-
78. Minority Student Graduate Grant, 1976-78. Alpha Phi's Kappa Chapter
Graduate Scholarship, 1975.
Recipient, numerous citations for service to the John Marshall Bar Association and
the College of Law, 1975, 1977 and 1978.
Recipient, Rotary Foundation Graduate Fellowship, 1975-76, Graduate Institute of
International Studies, Geneva, Switzerland.
College
Recipient, Algernon Sydney Sullivan Medallion for Outstanding Scholarship,
Leadership and Service, 1974.
Recipient, American Business Woman's Association Scholarship, 1974.
Named, Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities, 1974.
Recipient, Alpha Phi International Fraternity's Centennial Scholarship, 1972.
MS. ADIS MARIA VILA
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CIVIC ACTIVITIES
Chairperson, Steering Committee, Florida State Employees' Campaign (FSEC) (1987 &
1988). FSEC encourages state employees to support voluntary human service agencies in
their communities. The Steering Committee is appointed by the Florida Cabinet to
organize a combined fund raising drive for voluntary human service agencies among state
employees, and to ensure that contributions are wisely expended by these organizations,
Chairperson, 1988 Saving Bonds Campaign for State Employees. Appointed by the
Governor to encourage state employees to purchase U.S. Savings Bonds. Best Savings
Bonds campaign ever in Florida state government. Exceeded campaign goals. Florida
will be included in the 1988 U.S. Department of Treasury Honor Roll of States.
Director, Rollins College Alumni Council (1979-Present). The Alumni Council fosters
commitment among alumni, generates financial support, and informs the alumni
constituency about progress and activities at the College. Chairperson, 15th year
Reunion Committee 1988-89.
Director, Epilepsy Foundation of South Florida (1979-June 1987).
Director, Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Washington (1983-May 1987).
PERSONAL
Date/Place of Birth:
August 1, 1953; Guines, Cuba.
Citizenship:
Naturalized U.S. citizen, 1971. Florida resident.
Languages:
Fluent in English, Spanish and French. Two semesters of
1985. German study at Foreign Service Institute, Washington, D.C.
Travel:
Europe, India, the Far East, Latin America, the Caribbean,
Canada, Mexico, USA.
Office Address:
Florida Department of Administration
Doyle Carlton Building
Room 435
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1550
(904) 488-4116
Home Address:
1829-C Nicklaus Drive
Tallahassee, Florida 32301-6042
(904) 877-0009
McGroarty/Dooley
September 12, 1989
8:00 am
[HISPANIC]
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: REPUBLICAN NATIONAL HISPANIC ASSEMBLY
DINNER
OMNI-SHOREHAM HOTEL, WASHINGTON, D.C.
SEPTEMBER 12, 1989
7:30 PM
Thank you, Cathi [Villalpando, nominee for U.S. Treasurer].
I'm looking forward to having you officially on the team. I know
you're going to make a great U.S. Treasurer.
I am pleased to be joined tonight by my Chief of Staff John
Sununu, and I want especially to acknowledge your guest of honor,
Senator Orrin Hatch -- Chairman of the Republican Senate Task
Force on Hispanic Affairs -- for all of his efforts on behalf of
the Hispanic community.
Like me, I know many of you had a chance to get away on
vacation this summer. Before I go any further, I want to put an
end to a rumor that's making the rounds since I was up in Maine
about a covert, amphibious operation off the coast of the
American northeast. There's simply no truth to the talk that the
bluefish I finally caught was hooked on my line by a Navy
frogman.
2
I see tonight's Master of Ceremonies is the Andres Segovia
of the Republican Party, Lee Atwater. [[Pause]] Actually, the
tunes Lee likes to play aren't always music to everyone's ears.
I hear Lee asked Orrin Hatch: "If I bring my guitar tonight,
would you have any special requests?" Orrin said: "Just
one -- don't play it." [[Pause]]
Let me say I'm deeply honored to meet with all of you
tonight. I knew 15 years ago -- back when I was chairing the RNC
-- that the time had come for a Hispanic Assembly. Over the
years, I've watched with admiration all the energy you've devoted
to advancing the Republican cause. It's a source of great pride
to be able to say, "I was there at the beginning."
And you've made the 1980s a time of great pride for Hispanic
Americans. I'm honored to enjoy the advice and counsel of two
able Cabinet officers of Hispanic descent: Manuel Lujan and
Lauro Cavazos. And just one week ago, we welcomed Ileana Ros-
Lehtinen to Washington -- the first Cuban-American to serve in
Congress, and the twelfth American of Hispanic heritage in the
101st Congress. Ileana is here tonight -- and I can tell you
after just one week, she's going to be a force to be reckoned
with on Capitol Hill.
Ileana's election is just one more sign that Hispanic
Americans have made it into the mainstream -- and that more and
3
more Hispanic Americans are choosing the Republican Party. For
everyone in this room tonight, that's the ultimate victory we're
fighting for. I thank you -- and I want to thank tonight's
Master of Ceremonies, Lee Atwater, who is dedicated to making the
Republican Party the party of outreach and inclusion: a majority
party built on mainstream values.
I want all Hispanic Americans to know you have a home in the
Republican Party. And tonight, I want to announce two more
talented individuals I've asked to join my Administration. I
serve
will nominate Velma Montoya for a position, on the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration Review Commission, and Adis
Maria Vila as Assistant Secretary of Agriculture.
Last week, I spoke to the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce down
in New Orleans about the extraordinary accomplishments of
Hispanic entrepreneurs. The enthusiasm was electric -- and the
contribution these businessmen and -women are making to the
American economy can't be measured in terms of GNP alone. They
understand that they are role models to the next generation of
Hispanic Americans -- tangible proof that every door is open, and
success is within their reach.
And the successes we see really come as no surprise. The
values the Hispanic community holds dear are the very founding
values of this nation -- and of the Republican Party: faith and
4
family, hard work and individual responsibility, respect for
others. And above all, an abiding love of freedom. Those are
all the ingredients anyone ever needs to succeed -- anywhere from
the streets of San Antonio or Miami to the halls of Congress or
at the President's table as an officer of the Cabinet.
Our nation -- and our party -- need your contributions.
Tonight is a night to take pride in all you've done -- and take
home with you a commitment to write the next chapter in the
success story of Hispanic American achievement.
Once again, thank you. God bless you, and God bless the
United States of America.
# # #
harry Eagleburger
Paul Bademan
Document No.
070776SS
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
9/7/89
9/8/89 NOON
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: REPUBLICAN NATIONAL HISPANIC ASSEMBLY
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
-
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
ROGERS
BREEDEN
CARD
WINSTON
CICCONI
PINKERTON
DEMAREST
WRAY
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please forward any comments to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122, x2930,
no later than NOON, Friday, September 8, with a copy to my
office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
McGroarty/Dooley
September 7, 1989
5:00 pm
mention johns admin the
39 SEP 7 P5: 30
[HISPANIC]
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: REPUBLICAN NATIONAL HISPANIC ASSEMBLY
DINNER
OMNI-SHOREHAM HOTEL, WASHINGTON, D.C.
SEPTEMBER 12, 1989
7:30 PM
Thank you, Lee [RNC Chmn. Atwater]. [Introductory
acknowledgements.] I am pleased to be joined tonight by my Chief
of Staff John Sununu and my son Jeb. And I want especially to
acknowledge tonight's guest of honor, Senator Orrin Hatch --
Chairman of the Republican Senate Task Force on Hispanic Affairs
-- for all of his efforts on behalf of the Hispanic community.
Most of all I am honored to meet once again with a group
I've watched with admiration since its very beginning 15 years
ago -- one that's devoted so much time and energy to advance the
Republican cause.
You've made the 1980s a time of great pride for Hispanic
Americans. Just one week ago, we welcomed Ileana Ros-Lehtinen to
Washington -- the first Cuban-American to serve in Congress, and
the twelfth American of Hispanic heritage in the 101st Congress.
Ileana is here tonight -- and I can tell you after just one week,
she's going to be a force to be reckoned with on Capitol Hill.
2
Ileana's election is just one more sign that Hispanic
Americans have made it into the mainstream -- and that more and
more Hispanic Americans are choosing the Republican Party. For
everyone in this room tonight, that's the ultimate victory we're
fighting for. I thank you -- and I want to thank Lee Atwater,
who is dedicated to making the Republican Party the party of
outreach and inclusion: a majority party built on mainstream
values.
Last week, I spoke to the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce down
in New Orleans about the extraordinary accomplishments of
Hispanic entrepreneurs. The enthusiasm was electric -- and the
contribution these businessmen and -women are making to the
American economy can't be measured in terms of GNP alone. They
understand that they are role models to the next generation of
Hispanic Americans -- tangible proof that every door is open, and
success is within their reach.
And the successes we see really come as no surprise. The
values the Hispanic community holds dear are the very founding
values of this nation -- and of the Republican Party: faith and
respect for others.
family, hard work and individual responsibility. And above all,
an abiding love of freedom. Those are all the ingredients anyone
ever needs to succeed -- anywhere from the streets of San Antonio
or Miami to the halls of Congress.
3
Our nation -- and our party -- need your contributions.
Tonight is a night to take pride in all you've done -- and take
home with you a commitment to write the next chapter in the
success story of Hispanic American achievement.
Sad bless you and God
Once again, thank you. It has been a pleasure to stop by
bless anenca.
this evening.
# # #
Document No.
070776SS
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
9/7/89
9/8/89
NOON
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: REPUBLICAN NATIONAL HISPANIC ASSEMBLY
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
BREEDEN
ROGERS
CARD
WINSTON
CICCONI
PINKERTON
DEMAREST
WRAY
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please forward any comments to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122, x2930,
no later than NOON, Friday, September 8, with a copy to my
office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
61 : Ed 8 d3S 68
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
McGroarty/Dooley
September 7, 1989
5:00 pm
89 SEP 7 P5: 30
[HISPANIC]
FINE
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
REPUBLICAN NATIONAL HISPANIC ASSEMBLY
DINNER
OMNI-SHOREHAM HOTEL, WASHINGTON, D.C.
SEPTEMBER 12, 1989
7:30 PM
need one two or
Thank you, Lee [RNC Chmn. Atwater]. [Introductory
acknowledgements.] I am pleased to be joined tonight by my Chief
jokes
of Staff John Sununu and my son Jeb. And I want especially to
acknowledge tonight's guest of honor, Senator Orrin Hatch --
Chairman of the Republican Senate Task Force on Hispanic Affairs
-- for all of his efforts on behalf of the Hispanic community.
Most of all I am honored to meet once again with a group
I've watched with admiration since its very beginning 15 years
ago -- one that's devoted so much time and energy to advance the
Republican cause.
You've made the 1980s a time of great pride for Hispanic
Americans. Just one week ago, we welcomed Ileana Ros-Lehtinen to
Washington -- the first Cuban-American to serve in Congress, and
the twelfth American of Hispanic heritage in the 101st Congress.
Ileana is here tonight -- and I can tell you after just one week,
she's going to be a force to be reckoned with on Capitol Hill.
2
Ileana's election is just one more sign that Hispanic
Americans have made it into the mainstream -- and that more and
more Hispanic Americans are choosing the Republican Party. For
everyone in this room tonight, that's the ultimate victory we're
fighting for. I thank you -- and I want to thank Lee Atwater,
who is dedicated to making the Republican Party the party of
outreach and inclusion: a majority party built on mainstream
values.
Last week, I spoke to the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce down
in New Orleans about the extraordinary accomplishments of
Hispanic entrepreneurs. The enthusiasm was electric -- and the
contribution these businessmen and -women are making to the
American economy can't be measured in terms of GNP alone. They
understand that they are role models to the next generation of
Hispanic Americans -- tangible proof that every door is open, and
success is within their reach.
And the successes we see really come as no surprise. The
values the Hispanic community holds dear are the very founding
values of this nation -- and of the Republican Party: faith,
family, hard work and individual responsibility. And above all,
an abiding love of freedom. Those are all the ingredients anyone
ever needs to succeed anywhere from the streets of San Antonio
or Miami to the halls of Congress.
3
Our nation -- and our party -- need your contributions.
Tonight is a night to take pride in all you've done -- and take
home with you a commitment to write the next chapter in the
success story of Hispanic American achievement.
Once again, thank you. It has been a pleasure. to stop by
this evening.
# # #
Document No.
070776SS
'At
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
9/7/89
9/8/89
NOON
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: REPUBLICAN NATIONAL HISPANIC ASSEMBLY
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
ROGERS
BREEDEN
CARD
WINSTON
PINKERTON
CICCONI
WRAY
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please forward any comments to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122, x2930,
no later than NOON, Friday, September 8, with a copy to my
office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
20 : 21d 8 PEP Comments.
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
Document No.
070776SS
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
9/7/89
9/8/89 NOON
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: REPUBLICAN NATIONAL HISPANIC ASSEMBLY
SUBJECT:
89 SEP
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
All 37
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
BREEDEN
ROGERS
CARD
WINSTON
CICCONI
PINKERTON
DEMAREST
WRAY
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please forward any comments to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122, x2930,
no later than NOON, Friday, September 8, with a copy to my
office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
The only suggestion we would recommend
is to include the names of some of the
administration's appointment
ie: Kathy Villapando
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
Secy Cavaged
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
secy Lujan
Ext. 2702
McGroarty/Dooley
September 7, 1989
5:00 pm
89 SEP 7 P5: 30
[HISPANIC]
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: REPUBLICAN NATIONAL HISPANIC ASSEMBLY
DINNER
OMNI-SHOREHAM HOTEL, WASHINGTON, D.C.
SEPTEMBER 12, 1989
7:30 PM
Thank you, Lee [RNC Chmn. Atwater]. [Introductory
acknowledgements.] I am pleased to be joined tonight by my Chief
of Staff John Sununu and my son Jeb. And I want especially to
acknowledge tonight's guest of honor, Senator Orrin Hatch --
Chairman of the Republican Senate Task Force on Hispanic Affairs
-- for all of his efforts on behalf of the Hispanic community.
Most of all I am honored to meet once again with a group
I've watched with admiration since its very beginning 15 years
ago -- one that's devoted so much time and energy to advance the
Republican cause.
You've made the 1980s a time of great pride for Hispanic
Americans. Just one week ago, we welcomed Ileana Ros-Lehtinen to
Washington -- the first Cuban-American to serve in Congress, and
the twelfth American of Hispanic heritage in the 101st Congress.
Ileana is here tonight -- and I can tell you after just one week,
she's going to be a force to be reckoned with on Capitol Hill.
2
Ileana's election is just one more sign that Hispanic
Americans have made it into the mainstream -- and that more and
more Hispanic Americans are choosing the Republican Party. For
everyone in this room tonight, that's the ultimate victory we're
fighting for. I thank you -- and I want to thank Lee Atwater,
who is dedicated to making the Republican Party the party of
outreach and inclusion: a majority party built on mainstream
values.
Last week, I spoke to the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce down
in New Orleans about the extraordinary accomplishments of
Hispanic entrepreneurs. The enthusiasm was electric -- and the
contribution these businessmen and -women are making to the
American economy can't be measured in terms of GNP alone. They
understand that they are role models to the next generation of
Hispanic Americans -- tangible proof that every door is open, and
success is within their reach.
And the successes we see really come as no surprise. The
values the Hispanic community holds dear are the very founding
values of this nation -- and of the Republican Party: faith,
family, hard work and individual responsibility. And above all,
an abiding love of freedom. Those are all the ingredients anyone
ever needs to succeed -- anywhere from the streets of San Antonio
or Miami to the halls of Congress.
3
Our nation -- and our party -- need your contributions.
Tonight is a night to take pride in all you've done -- and take
home with you a commitment to write the next chapter in the
success story of Hispanic American achievement.
Once again, thank you. It has been a pleasure to stop by
this evening.
# # #
Document No.
070776SS
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
9/7/89
9/8/89
NOON
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: REPUBLICAN NATIONAL HISPANIC ASSEMBLY
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
ROGERS
BREEDEN
CARD
WINSTON
CICCONI
PINKERTON
WRAY
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please forward any comments to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122, x2930,
no later than NOON, Friday, September 8, with a copy to my
office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
why not include in the closing, "God Bless... ? Otherwise,
No comments.
-Rab Partman 9/8/89 8 PEP 68
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
McGroarty/Dooley
September 7, 1989
5:00 pm
39 SEP 7 P5: 30
[HISPANIC]
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: REPUBLICAN NATIONAL HISPANIC ASSEMBLY
DINNER
OMNI-SHOREHAM HOTEL, WASHINGTON, D.C.
SEPTEMBER 12, 1989
7:30 PM
Thank you, Lee [RNC Chmn. Atwater]. [Introductory
acknowledgements.] I am pleased to be joined tonight by my Chief
of Staff John Sununu and my son Jeb. And I want especially to
acknowledge tonight's guest of honor, Senator Orrin Hatch --
Chairman of the Republican Senate Task Force on Hispanic Affairs
-- for all of his efforts on behalf of the Hispanic community.
Most of all I am honored to meet once again with a group
I've watched with admiration since its very beginning 15 years
ago -- one that's devoted so much time and energy to advance the
Republican cause.
You've made the 1980s a time of great pride for Hispanic
Americans. Just one week ago, we welcomed Ileana Ros-Lehtinen to
Washington -- the first Cuban-American to serve in Congress, and
the twelfth American of Hispanic heritage in the 101st Congress.
Ileana is here tonight -- and I can tell you after just one week,
she's going to be a force to be reckoned with on Capitol Hill.
2
Ileana's election is just one more sign that Hispanic
Americans have made it into the mainstream -- and that more and
more Hispanic Americans are choosing the Republican Party. For
everyone in this room tonight, that's the ultimate victory we're
fighting for. I thank you -- and I want to thank Lee Atwater,
who is dedicated to making the Republican Party the party of
outreach and inclusion: a majority party built on mainstream
values.
Last week, I spoke to the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce down
in New Orleans about the extraordinary accomplishments of
Hispanic entrepreneurs. The enthusiasm was electric -- and the
contribution these businessmen and -women are making to the
American economy can't be measured in terms of GNP alone. They
understand that they are role models to the next generation of
Hispanic Americans -- tangible proof that every door is open, and
success is within their reach.
And the successes we see really come as no surprise. The
values the Hispanic community holds dear are the very founding
values of this nation -- and of the Republican Party: faith,
family, hard work and individual responsibility. And above all,
an abiding love of freedom. Those are all the ingredients anyone
ever needs to succeed -- anywhere from the streets of San Antonio
or Miami to the halls of Congress.
3
Our nation -- and our party -- need your contributions.
Tonight is a night to take pride in all you've done -- and take
home with you a commitment to write the next chapter in the
success story of Hispanic American achievement.
Once again, thank you. It has been a pleasure to stop by
this evening.
# # #
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
89 SEP 8 A10: 28
September 8, 1989
MEMORANDUM FOR CHRISS WINSTON
DEPUTY ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT FOR
COMMUNICATIONS
FROM:
NELSON LUND n/
ASSOCIATE COUNSEL TO THE PRESIDENT
SUBJECT:
Presidential Remarks -- Republican National
Hispanic Assembly
Counsel's office has reviewed the captioned draft remarks. We
have no legal objections.
We appreciate having had the opportunity to review this matter.
CC: James W. Cicconi
Document No.
070776SS
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
9/7/89
9/8/89 NOON
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: REPUBLICAN NATIONAL HISPANIC ASSEMBLY
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
BREEDEN
ROGERS
CARD
WINSTON
CICCONI
PINKERTON
DEMAREST
WRAY
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please forward any comments to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122, x2930,
no later than NOON, Friday, September 8, with a copy to my
office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
McGroarty/Dooley
September 7, 1989
5:00 pm
39 SEP 7 P5: 30
[HISPANIC]
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
REPUBLICAN NATIONAL HISPANIC ASSEMBLY
DINNER
OMNI-SHOREHAM HOTEL, WASHINGTON, D.C.
SEPTEMBER 12, 1989
7:30 PM
Thank you, Lee [RNC Chmn. Atwater]. [Introductory
acknowledgements.] I am pleased to be joined tonight by my Chief
of Staff John Sununu and my son Jeb. And I want especially to
acknowledge tonight's guest of honor, Senator Orrin Hatch --
Chairman of the Republican Senate Task Force on Hispanic Affairs
-- for all of his efforts on behalf of the Hispanic community.
Most of all I am honored to meet once again with a group
I've watched with admiration since its very beginning 15 years
ago -- one that's devoted so much time and energy to advance the
Republican cause.
You've made the 1980s a time of great pride for Hispanic
Americans. Just one week ago, we welcomed Ileana Ros-Lehtinen to
Washington -- the first Cuban-American to serve in Congress, and
the twelfth American of Hispanic heritage in the 101st Congress.
Ileana is here tonight -- and I can tell you after just one week,
she's going to be a force to be reckoned with on Capitol Hill.
2
Ileana's election is just one more sign that Hispanic
Americans have made it into the mainstream -- and that more and
more Hispanic Americans are choosing the Republican Party. For
everyone in this room tonight, that's the ultimate victory we're
fighting for. I thank you -- and I want to thank Lee Atwater,
who is dedicated to making the Republican Party the party of
outreach and inclusion: a majority party built on mainstream
values.
Last week, I spoke to the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce down
in New Orleans about the extraordinary accomplishments of
Hispanic entrepreneurs. The enthusiasm was electric -- and the
contribution these businessmen and -women are making to the
American economy can't be measured in terms of GNP alone. They
understand that they are role models to the next generation of
Hispanic Americans -- tangible proof that every door is open, and
success is within their reach.
And the successes we see really come as no surprise. The
values the Hispanic community holds dear are the very founding
values of this nation -- and of the Republican Party: faith,
family, hard work and individual responsibility. And above all,
an abiding love of freedom. Those are all the ingredients anyone
ever needs to succeed - anywhere from the streets of San Antonio
or Miami to the halls of Congress.
3
Our nation -- and our party -- need your contributions.
Tonight is a night to take pride in all you've done -- and take
home with you a commitment to write the next chapter in the
success story of Hispanic American achievement.
Once again, thank you. It has been a pleasure to stop by
this evening.
# # #
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
September 8, 1989
MEMORANDUM FOR CHRISS WINSTON
FROM:
ROGER B. PORTER
RBP
SUBJECT:
Presidential Remarks: National Hispanic
Assembly
These remarks should go over well with this audience. We
have one recommendation. In the first sentence of the third
paragraph, on page two, we suggest inserting "respect for
others" as one of the founding values of this nation.
CC: James W. Cicconi
SO : 21d 8 d3S 68
Document No.
070776SS
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
9/7/89
9/8/89
NOON
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: REPUBLICAN NATIONAL HISPANIC ASSEMBLY
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
ROGERS
BREEDEN
CARD
WINSTON
CICCONI
PINKERTON
DEMAREST
WRAY
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please forward any comments to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122, x2930,
no later than NOON, Friday, September 8, with a copy to my
office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
McGroarty/Dooley
September 7, 1989
5:00 pm
39 SEP 7 P5: 30
[HISPANIC]
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: REPUBLICAN NATIONAL HISPANIC ASSEMBLY
DINNER
OMNI-SHOREHAM HOTEL, WASHINGTON, D.C.
SEPTEMBER 12, 1989
7:30 PM
Thank you, Lee [RNC Chmn. Atwater]. [Introductory
acknowledgements.] I am pleased to be joined tonight by my Chief
of Staff John Sununu and my son Jeb. And I want especially to
acknowledge tonight's guest of honor, Senator Orrin Hatch --
Chairman of the Republican Senate Task Force on Hispanic Affairs
-- for all of his efforts on behalf of the Hispanic community.
Most of all I am honored to meet once again with a group
I've watched with admiration since its very beginning 15 years
ago -- one that's devoted so much time and energy to advance the
Republican cause.
You've made the 1980s a time of great pride for Hispanic
Americans. Just one week ago, we welcomed Ileana Ros-Lehtinen to
Washington -- the first Cuban-American to serve in Congress, and
the twelfth American of Hispanic heritage in the 101st Congress.
Ileana is here tonight -- and I can tell you after just one week,
she's going to be a force to be reckoned with on Capitol Hill.
2
Ileana's election is just one more sign that Hispanic
Americans have made it into the mainstream -- and that more and
more Hispanic Americans are choosing the Republican Party. For
everyone in this room tonight, that's the ultimate victory we're
fighting for. I thank you -- and I want to thank Lee Atwater,
who is dedicated to making the Republican Party the party of
outreach and inclusion: a majority party built on mainstream
values.
Last week, I spoke to the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce down
in New Orleans about the extraordinary accomplishments of
Hispanic entrepreneurs. The enthusiasm was electric -- and the
contribution these businessmen and -women are making to the
American economy can't be measured in terms of GNP alone. They
understand that they are role models to the next generation of
Hispanic Americans -- tangible proof that every door is open, and
success is within their reach.
And the successes we see really come as no surprise. The
values the Hispanic community holds dear are the very founding
values of this nation and of the Republican Party: faith,
respect for others
family, hard work and individual responsibility. And above all,
an abiding love of freedom. Those are all the ingredients anyone
ever needs to succeed -- anywhere from the streets of San Antonio
or Miami to the halls of Congress.
3
Our nation -- and our party -- need your contributions.
Tonight is a night to take pride in all you've done -- and take
home with you a commitment to write the next chapter in the
success story of Hispanic American achievement.
Once again, thank you. It has been a pleasure to stop by
this evening.
# # #
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
September 8, 1989
INFORMATION
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
THE PRESIDENT HAS SEEN
THROUGH. CHRISS WINSTON CW
9/11/89
FROM:
DANIEL MCGROARTY Amt
SUBJECT: REPUBLICAN NATIONAL HISPANIC ASSEMBLY DINNER REMARKS
I. SUMMARY
On Tuesday, September 12 at 7:30 p.m. you will address the
Republican National Hispanic Assembly Dinner. About 700
people are expected.
Lee Atwater will emcee the event, and you will be introduced
by Cathi Villalpando.
II. DISCUSSION
The remarks applaud the many valuable contributions that the
Republican National Hispanic Assembly has made to the
Republican party. They also point out that the success of
Hispanic-Americans, both in the Republican party and in
American society in general, give credence to the fact that
we are the party of opportunity and inclusion.
I thinh I started the Hispanic
Assembly alen I was McGroarty/Dooley Chainnen
at RNC. Please
September 8, check 1989
6:00 pm
[HISPANIC]
IF so - mention it -
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: REPUBLICAN NATIONAL HISPANIC ASSEMBLY
DINNER
OMNI-SHOREHAM HOTEL, WASHINGTON, D.C.
SEPTEMBER 12, 1989
7:30 PM
OK
Thank you, Cathi [Villalpando, nominee for U.S. Treasurer].
I'm looking forward to having you officially on the team. I know
you're going to make a great U.S. Treasurer.
I am pleased to be joined tonight by my Chief of Staff John
Sununu, and I want especially to acknowledge your guest of honor,
Senator Orrin Hatch -- Chairman of the Republican Senate Task
Force on Hispanic Affairs -- for all of his efforts on behalf of
the Hispanic community.
Like me, I know many of you had a chance to get away on
vacation this summer. Before I go any further, I want to put an
end to a rumor that's making the rounds since I was up in Maine
about a covert, amphibious operation off the coast of the
American northeast. There's simply no truth to the talk that the
bluefish I finally caught was hooked on my line by a Navy
frogman.
2
I see tonight's Master of Ceremonies is the Andres Segovia
of the Republican Party, Lee Atwater. [[Pause]] Actually, the
tunes Lee likes to play aren't always music to everyone's ears.
I hear Lee asked Orrin Hatch: "If I bring my guitar tonight,
would you have any special requests?" Orrin said: "Just
one -- that you don't play it." [[Pause]]
Let me say I'm deeply honored to meet once again with a
group I've watched with admiration since its very beginning 15
years ago -- one that's devoted so much time and energy to
advance the Republican cause.
You've made the 1980s a time of great pride for Hispanic
Americans. I'm honored to enjoy the advice and counsel of two
able Cabinet officers of Hispanic descent: Manuel Lujan and
Lauro Cavazos. And just one week ago, we welcomed Ileana Ros-
Lehtinen to Washington -- the first Cuban-American to serve in
Congress, and the twelfth American of Hispanic heritage in the
101st Congress. Ileana is here tonight -- and I can tell you
after just one week, she's going to be a force to be reckoned
with on Capitol Hill.
I can't tell you what Ileana's victory has done for our
johe Ash
spirit in Florida -- but I haven't heard of so much enthusiasm
plenty
since my family found out I caught a fish. [[Pause]]
3
Ileana's election is just one more sign that Hispanic
Americans have made it into the mainstream -- and that more and
more Hispanic Americans are choosing the Republican Party. For
everyone in this room tonight, that's the ultimate victory we're
fighting for. I thank you -- and I want to thank tonight's
Master of Ceremonies, Lee Atwater, who is dedicated to making the
Republican Party the party of outreach and inclusion: a majority
party built on mainstream values.
Last week, I spoke to the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce down
in New Orleans about the extraordinary accomplishments of
Hispanic entrepreneurs. The enthusiasm was electric -- and the
contribution these businessmen and -women are making to the
American economy can't be measured in terms of GNP alone. They
understand that they are role models to the next generation of
Hispanic Americans -- tangible proof that every door is open, and
success is within their reach.
And the successes we see really come as no surprise. The
values the Hispanic community holds dear are the very founding
values of this nation -- and of the Republican Party: faith and
family, hard work and individual responsibility, respect for
others. And above all, an abiding love of freedom. Those are
all the ingredients anyone ever needs to succeed -- anywhere from
the streets of San Antonio or Miami to the halls of Congress or
at the President's table as an officer of the Cabinet.
4
Our nation -- and our party -- need your contributions.
Tonight is a night to take pride in all you've done -- and take
home with you a commitment to write the next chapter in the
success story of Hispanic American achievement.
Once again, thank you. God bless you, and God bless the
United States of America.
# # #
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
September 8, 1989
INFORMATION
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
THROUGH: CHRISS WINSTON CW
FROM:
DANIEL MCGROARTY Dont
SUBJECT: REPUBLICAN NATIONAL HISPANIC ASSEMBLY DINNER REMARKS
I. SUMMARY
On Tuesday, September 12 at 7:30 p.m. you will address the
Republican National Hispanic Assembly Dinner. About 700
people are expected.
Lee Atwater will emcee the event, and you will be introduced
by Cathi Villalpando.
II. DISCUSSION
The remarks applaud the many valuable contributions that the
Republican National Hispanic Assembly has made to the
Republican party. They also point out that the success of
Hispanic-Americans, both in the Republican party and in
American society in general, give credence to the fact that
we are the party of opportunity and inclusion.
McGroarty/Dooley
September 8, 1989
6:00 pm
[HISPANIC]
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: REPUBLICAN NATIONAL HISPANIC ASSEMBLY
DINNER
OMNI-SHOREHAM HOTEL, WASHINGTON, D.C.
SEPTEMBER 12, 1989
7:30 PM
Thank you, Cathi [Villalpando, nominee for U.S. Treasurer].
I'm looking forward to having you officially on the team. I know
you're going to make a great U.S. Treasurer.
I am pleased to be joined tonight by my Chief of Staff John
Sununu, and I want especially to acknowledge your guest of honor,
Senator Orrin Hatch -- Chairman of the Republican Senate Task
Force on Hispanic Affairs -- for all of his efforts on behalf of
the Hispanic community.
Like me, I know many of you had a chance to get away on
vacation this summer. Before I go any further, I want to put an
end to a rumor that's making the rounds since I was up in Maine
about a covert, amphibious operation off the coast of the
American northeast. There's simply no truth to the talk that the
bluefish I finally caught was hooked on my line by a Navy
frogman.
2
I see tonight's Master of Ceremonies is the Andres Segovia
of the Republican Party, Lee Atwater. [[Pause]] Actually, the
tunes Lee likes to play aren't always music to everyone's ears.
I hear Lee asked Orrin Hatch: "If I bring my guitar tonight,
would you have any special requests?" Orrin said: "Just
one -- that you don't play it." [[Pause]]
Let me say I'm deeply honored to meet once again with a
group I've watched with admiration since its very beginning 15
years ago -- one that's devoted so much time and energy to
advance the Republican cause.
You've made the 1980s a time of great pride for Hispanic
Americans. I'm honored to enjoy the advice and counsel of two
able Cabinet officers of Hispanic descent: Manuel Lujan and
Lauro Cavazos. And just one week ago, we welcomed Ileana Ros-
Lehtinen to Washington -- the first Cuban-American to serve in
Congress, and the twelfth American of Hispanic heritage in the
101st Congress. Ileana is here tonight -- and I can tell you
after just one week, she's going to be a force to be reckoned
with on Capitol Hill.
I can't tell you what Ileana's victory has done for our
spirit in Florida -- but I haven't heard of so much enthusiasm
since my family found out I caught a fish. [[Pause]]
3
Ileana's election is just one more sign that Hispanic
Americans have made it into the mainstream -- and that more and
more Hispanic Americans are choosing the Republican Party. For
everyone in this room tonight, that's the ultimate victory we're
fighting for. I thank you -- and I want to thank tonight's
Master of Ceremonies, Lee Atwater, who is dedicated to making the
Republican Party the party of outreach and inclusion: a majority
party built on mainstream values.
Last week, I spoke to the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce down
in New Orleans about the extraordinary accomplishments of
Hispanic entrepreneurs. The enthusiasm was electric -- and the
contribution these businessmen and -women are making to the
American economy can't be measured in terms of GNP alone. They
understand that they are role models to the next generation of
Hispanic Americans -- tangible proof that every door is open, and
success is within their reach.
And the successes we see really come as no surprise. The
values the Hispanic community holds dear are the very founding
values of this nation -- and of the Republican Party: faith and
family, hard work and individual responsibility, respect for
others. And above all, an abiding love of freedom. Those are
all the ingredients anyone ever needs to succeed -- anywhere from
the streets of San Antonio or Miami to the halls of Congress or
at the President's table as an officer of the Cabinet.
4
Our nation -- and our party -- need your contributions.
Tonight is a night to take pride in all you've done -- and take
home with you a commitment to write the next chapter in the
success story of Hispanic American achievement.
Once again, thank you. God bless you, and God bless the
United States of America.
# # #