Cinco de Mayo
May 5, 2010
On Cinco de Mayo, the people of Mexico celebrate the victory over the French army at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. The defeat by a poorly armed militia over the larger and better equipped French army is a source of pride to the people of Mexico.
Today, we honor the rich contributions to the United States of Mexican-Americans, and all Hispanics -- a great source of pride, and of strength, for our country.
Our nation has been sustained and strengthened by families who have come to the United States hoping for a better life and striving for a brighter future; they have helped make America more American.