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UNITED STATES TEJANO
PRIDE
We are proud patriotic
United States citizens, who hold proper respect and pride
in ourselves. We are Texas born and raised...a unique
citizen...traditionally bold, aggressive and individualistic with a
strong sense of duty, unparalleled loyalty,
and honor. For Tejanos who served in the
Texas Revolution of 1836 and subsequently the Armed Forces of the
United States, the term "For God and country"
signified then and continues to signify our undisputed
commitment to carry out the ultimate sacrifice in pursuit of
our country's defense and security. Historical facts, monuments, and
other honors bear witness to our courage in the face of ultimate danger
and powerful odds. Throughout history, Tejanos in the United
States Armed Forces have unselfishly sacrificed their lives so
the rest of us could continue the battle and ultimately achieve the
final victory to preserve our nation's freedom for all United States
citizens. It gives me the greatest sense of pride and indescribable
honor to have served my country and joined the ranks of such gallant
men and women.
Pride runs deep
around these parts; it always has and
always will. So it goes without saying that in many of our
humble homes, you'll often find the UNITED STATES
and Texas flags beside the portrait of a proud
Tejano or Tejana in the distinguished service dress
uniform representing the military branch they proudly
served. Yes, without a doubt, I am extremely proud of my
Spanish, Indigene and Tejano ancestry. Moreover
my body and soul bursts with patriotic United States Tejano
Pride.
For
some of us, our ability and command of both the English and
Spanish language surely demonstrate the capacity,
ability and potential of a United States born citizen with
an educational background and capabilities
second to none. Tejanos are citizens who have
maintained close ties and identify with our original
Tejas / Texas roots and traditions. We are an
exceptional, unique and diverse United States citizen.
Citizens who introduced their customs and traditions
enhancing a true patriotic spirit and good will to all.
I
whole-heartedly acknowledge and express my utmost respect
to those who claim their undisputed pride as Hispanic, Mexican,
Latino, Chicano or Mexican-American. However,
Tejanos and Tejanas must pursue
their identity by acknowledging and recognizing
that our pride for our ancestral heritage
is something we hold dear to our hearts, which no one
can take away. More importantly, we owe it to ourselves
and future generations to pursue and preserve
our Tejas /Texas Tejano pride and
dignity. We must never sanction or tolerate
the denial of this precious heritage. Throughout the world, the
United States, and particularly in Texas, there are legions of
Tejanos and Tejanas who are or may be direct descendants of the
original native Texans. Tejanos have earned and
deserve the respect, privilege and proper identity other
Texas-born citizens enjoy. I am proud of my origin and
extremely proud to be a patriotic United States Tejano.
We are Tejanos, by the Grace of God and mostly
bilingual by ability and choice.
GOD BLESS TEXAS …
VIVAN LOS TEJANOS Y TEJANAS…POR DIOS, NUESTRA,GENTE Y QUERIDA PATRIA …
VIVA TEJAS… Y LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS
RUDY 'TEJANO' PEÑA
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