Here are some recent comments from our members:
"I support PALCUS to stay connected to my family and community heritage. Membership in PALCUS is one way to nurture the next generation and continue the tradition of respect, encouragement, and passion that we have received from earlier generations" - Dr. Jim Mello, Steubenville, OH
"I joined PALCUS for two reasons. First, I wanted to support the work of the organization as it relates to promoting the voice of the Portuguese community within legislative circles. It is important for policymakers to be mindful of the perspectives and needs of the Portuguese community, as distinct from other ethnically-defined constituencies. Second, I wanted to have opportunities for education on matters of interest and importance to the Portuguese community as broadly defined nationally. I have come to understand that my own particular experience -- son of immigrants from the Azores raised in greater Boston -- is by no means representative of the larger Portuguese-American experience, which is assuredly diverse" -David Silva, Swampscott, MA
"I joined PALCUS in order to be part of an organization that is devoted to keeping and promoting the Portuguese heritage, customs and values alive in the United States and acknowledging the contribution that Portuguese-Americans make everyday. PALCUS' lobbying efforts and initiatives are critical to ensuring that decision makers are aware of the critical services that are extremely important to the Portuguese- American communities throughout the United States. PALCUS, however, does much more; from sponsoring scholarships opportunities for Portuguese-Americans, to recognizing the hard working Portuguese-Americans throughout the United States that are making a difference in these unprecedented times, PALCUS is the voice of Portuguese Community in the United States." - John Monteiro, Loundonville, NY
"The values instilled by my parents informed my political views and I hold public office in my NJ town's council. I find the Portuguese immigrants to be one of the warmest, hardest-working communities. The biggest testimony to them, is the success of their children. By and large, 2nd and 3rd generation children are well-integrated into the social fabric of this great country, and have registered great success in a variety fields. This is evidenced by the community around me in NJ and the many PALCUS videos I see online. My favorite video is the Paliticus episode with state senator Jessica de la Cruz in Rhode Island. Not only does she sound like the mother of a great family, but I'm encouraged by the viewpoints she champions in her state in her political capacity." - Daniel Francisco, Englishtown, NJ
"I'm 3rd generation Madeirense on my mom's side. My family picked sugar cane in Hawaii to pay off their boat fare from Portugal and on to California. Once in California, they picked and canned fruit like most Portuguese immigrants in the Santa Clara valley. I joined PALCUS in the hopes that we have a voice in DC who will fight for hard working Portuguese immigrants, whether they are assimilated professionals or manual laborers who just got off the boat" - Pascha (Ferreira) Smalley, Osseo, MN
"PALCUS is doing an incredible job supporting Portuguese Businesses and helping those in need. Every single person who is a part of this great organization should be proud of what they have been doing and my family and I send our thanks to you all for not standing by and giving back. PALCUS Leadership are all Portuguese Heroes"
- Zachery Ramos, Gustine, CA
"I love how PALCUS is supporting our Portuguese businesses & our Heroes." - Mari Marques-Thomas
"Wow! You are doing amazing work in Washington DC. Thank you for all you are doing for the Portuguese community" - Rose Silva King
"Amazing job in our community" - Joao Santos, Washington, DC
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