The Coalition for Justice in the Maquiladoras (CJM), The Mexico Solidarity Network (MSN), and The United Electrical Radio and Machine Workers of America (UE) are saddened by the death of Alejandro Perez of Ciudad Juarez. Alejandro was a maquiladora worker for many years. At 15 he joined the Youth Christian Workers [la Juventud Obrera Cristiana], and he dedicated his life to worker justice and worker rights. He was a member of the executive committee and board of directors of CJM and had worked with MSN, CETLAC (sponsored by UE) and Comité Fronteriza Obrera for a number of years. All of us will miss him, and his death at such a young age will deprive the movement of a dedicated and valiant fighter.
 
On April 25th at 37 years old Alejandro passed away. He leaves three children, Jose Alejandro 14, Claudia 10, and Maria Margarita 5 years old. The family has nothing to pay for his funeral. Our organizations are asking our members and friends to help with a donation. Make it out to The Coalition for Justice in the Maquiladoras with a note that it is for the children of Alejandro Perez and mail it to 4207 Willow Brook Street, San Antonio, TX 78228. If you have any questions, call Martha Ojeda at 210-732-8957, 210 240 1084

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