The Puerto Rico House of Representatives paid tribute to journalist Walter Soto León for his distinguished career in Puerto Rican journalism and his role as a father to his daughter, Cecilia Victoria. Soto León was accompanied by his wife, journalist Zugey Lamela, and their daughter during the ceremony. The recognition also honored 40 other fathers who have been examples of community work.
being a father is planting a seed that you care for and protect to become a strong tree
House leader Carlos 'Johnny' Méndez praised the fathers, saying 'being a father is planting a seed that you care for and protect to become a strong tree.' Soto León, born on August 7, 1975, was presented with a Motion of Congratulations. He studied at Corazón de María and Espíritu Santo schools. The ceremony took place in the legislative chamber’s hemicycle.