The last few days have been really hard for millions of Texans, and that includes our members who are colonia residents in the #RGV. Historic freezes have left so many of us without electricity. And we know that low-income Black and brown families are always hit hardest.
That’s why the LUPE team quickly moved into action. Today we secured 225 gift cards for colonia residents who need a warm meal, a hotel for a night, blankets, or a space heater. Thank you to everyone who contributed to making this happen. We did this together.
Time and time again, it is proven that our solidarity is what keeps us safe when the government fails to fulfill its basic responsibilities to protect us and create healthy and safe communities.
For decades, we have been organizing alongside colonia residents in the #RGV to build & improve public infrastructure in their neighborhoods. It's heartbreaking to see how rampant these issues are and how they disproportionately hurt low-income and immigrant neighborhoods.
But even though we may be without electricity, we know we have power. No matter what challenges come next, we will be there, ready to be in solidarity with the Rio Grande Valley and communities across Texas ✊ ¡Si se puede!
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