Texas Matters: ¡Viva George! Why Does Laredo Go Gaga For Washington?
Laredo, Texas sits on the Rio Grande across the border from Nuevo Laredo, Mexico. The two cities share many connections, so much so that they have been called Los Dos Laredos. And the two cities have an annual celebration where the bond is re-affirmed with the Abrazos — a symbolic ceremony where dignitaries from both sides of the river meet in the middle of the international bridge and exchange a heartful “abrazo,” or hug — which symbolizes the continued goodwill and cooperation that the two cities depend on in order to prosper through international trade. Other events for the Washing...
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