According to the U.S. Census Bureau Hispanics or Latinos are people who classified themselves in one of the specific Spanish, Hispanic, or Latino categories. These categories include; "Mexican, Mexican American, Chicano," "Puerto Rican", "Cuban", and "other Spanish/Hispanic/Latino."
In September of 1968, Congress authorized President Lyndon B. Johnson to proclaim National Hispanic Heritage Week, which was observed during the week of September 15. In 1988, it was expanded to a month-long celebration.
Hispanic Heritage Month is a way for America to celebrate the culture and traditions of residents whose roots come from Spain, Mexico, Spanish speaking countries of Central America, South America, and the Caribbean.
Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15 to October 15.
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