Whereas: Robert Clemente's life, death, and legacy, represent and symbolize the many contributions made by Puerto

Ricans to the history of the United States, this native of Carolina, Puerto Rico, has left a legacy that transcends the

Hispanic community, and

Whereas: only one number, #42, the number worn by Brooklyn Dodger great Jackie Robinson, has been retired by Major

League Baseball, and if Roberto Clemente's number is retired, it will not diminish the greatness of Jackie Robinson, but

will only highlight the legacy of two extraordinary human beings, for when future generations enter a major league

stadium and ask, "What does that number 21 on the outfield wall mean?", the heroism of Roberto Clemente and his

memory will come alive again in the retelling, for Roberto Clemente is not a "hero" because he can hit, catch, and throw a

baseball with great skill, but because of a life of service to others and a life lost in an attempt to help others, hence,

Therefore be it resolved: that the National Labor Council for Latin American Advancement at its' 2008 national

convention in Orlando, Florida, wholeheartedly promote support for the retirement of Roberto Clemente's #21 from

Major League Baseball, with all its members and affiliates, inclusive of the AFL-CIO and the Change to Win Federations

urging its affiliates as well as contacting the respective congressional representatives in both the House of Representatives

and the Senate to get on board in signing on in support of the national campaign for the retirement of Roberto Clemente's

#21 from Major League Baseball.

Respectfully submitted by:

New York City LCLAA Chapter

Albany/Capital District Chapter

Westchester County LCLAA Chapter

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