News Summary – November 4th – 6th, 2008
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November 6, 2008
Michelle Obama models Narciso Rodriguez on Election Night – (her dress was from a latino designer) :: from www.nydailynews.com
Could Xavier Becerra (D-Calif.) be the next chairman of the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC)? :: from www.rollcall.com
Miami’s three Cuban-American congressional Republicans staved off the most serious challenges of their careers Tuesday, crushing Democratic hopes of making major inroads in the traditionally Republican Hispanic community – Reps. Lincoln Diaz-Balart, Mario Diaz-Balart & Ileana Ros-Lehtinen :: from www.miamiherald.com
A look at Puerto Rico’s newly elected governor – Luis Fortuño on Tuesday gave the New Progressive Party (NPP) their biggest victory in the 40 years the party has existed. :: from www.caribbeannetnews.com
Hispanic Activists Cite an Uptick in Threats of Violence – (Andrea Bazán & Janet Murguía among others) :: from www.washingtonpost.com
Big Turnout of Latino Voters Boosted Obama – Clout of Fastest-Growing U.S. Demographic Group Is Seen Even Outside of Traditional Hispanic Strongholds :: from online.wsj.com
Obama first Democrat to win Florida’s Hispanic vote :: from www.miamiherald.com
Hispanic women (aka Latinas) swell ranks of Obama support – Focus on education, health care, economy led to wide margin :: from www.msnbc.msn.com
President-elect Barack Obama is expected to name Washington, D.C. lawyer Henry Rivera, a Democrat, to head a transition team focused on the Federal Communications Commission, according to informed sources. :: from www.multichannel.com
November 5, 2008
A Preliminary Analysis of the Hispanic Vote, 2008 :: from ndnblog.org
Latinos are responsible for Obama’s victory in New Mexico and contributed strongly to his margins in Nevada and Colorado. :: from politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com
About two-thirds of Hispanics voted for Obama, decisively surpassing the 53 percent who voted for Democrat John Kerry in 2004, exit polls showed. That year Bush enjoyed a high-water mark of GOP support from Hispanics with 44 percent of the vote from the nation’s fastest growing ethnic group :: from ap.google.com
November 4, 2008
HIRC Struggles Show Immigration’s Failure as a Campaign ‘08 Wedge Issue – House Immigration Reform Caucus (HIRC) members are locked in tough re-election races – there’s a good chance the HIRC could lose 10% of its caucus tomorrow night and up to 20% if a strong Democratic wave develops :: from www.thehispanicinstitute.net
A suburban New York county sent an official mailer telling thousands of voters in Spanish that Election Day is Nov. 9, then spent the weekend making automated calls to alert people to the mistake. :: from ap.google.com
78% of U.S. Hispanics favor Obama over McCain – Univision/Reuters/Zogby poll released on Tuesday :: from www.reuters.com
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November 6, 2008
Two top state police officers slain in Mexico – One of the killings occurs in Mexico state, where 12 officers have been killed in five days, apparently by gangs seeking a foothold in areas near the capital. :: from www.latimes.com
One cookbook mines tradition with business savvy and a longing for abuela’s Cuban kitchen. The other uses tradition as a springboard to dive into the flavors of multiple cultures. Both books, published this week, look to Latin cuisine for a foundation, and both are written by stars at the top of their professions. And, Estefan Kitchen and Cuisine à Latina both have Miami home girls at the helm. :: from www.miamiherald.com
Today marks the last day of a three-week hunger strike by immigrant rights protesters who hoped to re-energize the movement. – Los Angeles :: from www.alternet.org
Peru immigrants in the U.S. hold onto Obama’s amnesty promise :: from www.livinginperu.com
Escondido, a city with a 44% Latino population, elected a Latino to its City Council for only the second time in its 120-year history. Olga Diaz, 32, beat incumbent Councilman Ed Gallo :: from www.signonsandiego.com
Anita Alvarez Thumps Peraica for Historic Win in Cook County, Illinois :: from chicagoist.com
Wasting little time after the election before jumping ship, Julie L. Myers, head of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, will leave the Bush administration on Nov. 15 :: from voices.washingtonpost.com
Hispanic children had a 65% higher probability than non-Hispanic, white children of being uninsured at some point during the year with an insured parent and an 80% greater chance of being uninsured for more than 6 months :: from www.newswise.com
Latino rebellion in New York state senate – The dissidents – three of them Hispanic – told the governor they are tired of the state’s Democratic Party taking Latinos for granted, despite their role in the party’s huge victories on Election Day. :: from www.nydailynews.com
That Whole Latino Vote Thing : A look at the Numeros – from VivirLatino :: from vivirlatino.com
California’s black and Latino voters, who turned out in droves for Barack Obama, provided key support for a state ban on same-sex marriage. :: from www.sfgate.com
New race: Next man in White House could well be a Hispanic :: from timesofindia.indiatimes.com
GOP can’t ignore Hispanics and expect to thrive :: from www.orlandosentinel.com
At last, Hispanic vote rouses itself, changes history in West :: from www.mysanantonio.com
Did ICE Assistant Secretary Julie Myers leak the immigration status of Obama’s aunt? :: from www.latinalista.net
Obama should read between the lines – Latinos matter :: from southchicagoan.blogspot.com
November 5, 2008
A federal court judge has dismissed a voting rights lawsuit against Farmers Branch in which three Hispanic residents sought to force the city to move from at-large voting for the City Council to single-member districts. :: from www.dallasnews.com
Obama’s Spanish ad suggests great acting skills :: from www.miamiherald.com
Obama won big among Hispanics — with GOP’s help – Florida :: from www.miamiherald.com
Obama owes a debt to Democrats’ growing Hispanic base – If only white Americans had voted in this election, John McCain would be the next president :: from www.guardian.co.uk
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November 6, 2008
Election 2008 – What Role Did Latinos Play? :: from www.npr.org
Miami’s three Cuban-American congressional Republicans staved off the most serious challenges of their careers Tuesday, crushing Democratic hopes of making major inroads in the traditionally Republican Hispanic community – Reps. Lincoln Diaz-Balart, Mario Diaz-Balart & Ileana Ros-Lehtinen :: from www.miamiherald.com
Mexicans says “Obamanos” :: from www.huffingtonpost.com
Remarks on Presidential Election 2008
Behind Obama’s Victory: A Major Swing by Latino Voters Back to the Democratic Fold :: from www.usnews.com
That Whole Latino Vote Thing : A look at the Numeros – from VivirLatino :: from vivirlatino.com
Latinos deliver on potential, turn out big for Obama :: from www.statesman.com
At last, Hispanic vote rouses itself, changes history in West :: from www.mysanantonio.com
‘Remarkable’ Latino support for Obama :: from www.ft.com
Big Turnout of Latino Voters Boosted Obama – Clout of Fastest-Growing U.S. Demographic Group Is Seen Even Outside of Traditional Hispanic Strongholds :: from online.wsj.com
McCain Lost Ground with Hispanics, Despite Immigration Stance :: from www.cnsnews.com
Obama first Democrat to win Florida’s Hispanic vote :: from www.miamiherald.com
Hispanic women (aka Latinas) swell ranks of Obama support – Focus on education, health care, economy led to wide margin :: from www.msnbc.msn.com
What was learned from the 2008 Latino vote – Latina Lista’s observations :: from www.latinalista.net
Did ICE Assistant Secretary Julie Myers leak the immigration status of Obama’s aunt? :: from www.latinalista.net
Obama should read between the lines – Latinos matter :: from southchicagoan.blogspot.com
November 5, 2008
A Preliminary Analysis of the Hispanic Vote, 2008 :: from ndnblog.org
Latino Voters Turning Out Strong in Spite of Facing Challenges With the Registration Process
Freddy Balsera: ‘How Obama Closed the Deal With Hispanics’
Obama’s Spanish ad suggests great acting skills :: from www.miamiherald.com
Obama won big among Hispanics — with GOP’s help – Florida :: from www.miamiherald.com
Obama wins over nation’s Hispanic voters, exit polls show :: from www.dallasnews.com
Obama owes a debt to Democrats’ growing Hispanic base – If only white Americans had voted in this election, John McCain would be the next president :: from www.guardian.co.uk
Latinos are responsible for Obama’s victory in New Mexico and contributed strongly to his margins in Nevada and Colorado. :: from politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com
About two-thirds of Hispanics voted for Obama, decisively surpassing the 53 percent who voted for Democrat John Kerry in 2004, exit polls showed. That year Bush enjoyed a high-water mark of GOP support from Hispanics with 44 percent of the vote from the nation’s fastest growing ethnic group :: from ap.google.com
November 4, 2008
HIRC Struggles Show Immigration’s Failure as a Campaign ‘08 Wedge Issue – House Immigration Reform Caucus (HIRC) members are locked in tough re-election races – there’s a good chance the HIRC could lose 10% of its caucus tomorrow night and up to 20% if a strong Democratic wave develops :: from www.thehispanicinstitute.net
A suburban New York county sent an official mailer telling thousands of voters in Spanish that Election Day is Nov. 9, then spent the weekend making automated calls to alert people to the mistake. :: from ap.google.com
Arizona’s Hispanic voters look to Obama – McCain’s shift on immigration policy `disappoints’ many :: from www.thestar.com
78% of U.S. Hispanics favor Obama over McCain – Univision/Reuters/Zogby poll released on Tuesday :: from www.reuters.com
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November 6, 2008
Arturo Carmona is assaulted with a gun – The Cuidado con el ángel actor (Univisión) was assaulted in broad daylight while in his car in Mexico City :: from www.peopleenespanol.com
El trío mexicano Belanova realiza un recorrido por sus éxitos más sonados y momentos claves de su carrera, a través de su nuevo lanzamiento “Tour Fantasía Pop”, una remembranza de la gira realizada en los últimos meses. :: from www.esmas.com
David Bisbal presentó en la víspera en la ciudad española de Madrid su nueva fragancia DB Black & DB Rose, inspirada en los momentos “más rebeldes e intensos del cantante” y con un carácter de clara seducción. :: from www.esmas.com
La cantautora mexicana Julieta Venegas aseguró que entre sus planes inmediatos no está el convertirse en madre, pero refrendó su compromiso con la niñez en México al participar en la nueva campaña del Fondo de las Naciones Unidas para la Infancia (UNICEF). :: from www.esmas.com
Latin group Volumen Cero taps into ’80s pop rock sound :: from www.dallasnews.com
Luis Valdez is the creator of Broadway’s “Zoot Suit,” the writer and director of Hollywood’s “La Bamba” and, more broadly, the father of Chicano theater. For Valdez, art, entertainment and social action are part of the same ball of wax. :: from www.mercurynews.com
Mexican rocker Alex Lora wagged his tongue, sang with a mariachi band and yelled, “Viva rock and roll!” several times as he accepted a star on the Las Vegas Walk of Stars in late October. :: from www.mysanantonio.com
Jimmy Gonzalez in hospital after congestive heart failure – singer/ bandleader of Grupo Mazz :: from www.ramiroburr.com
November 5, 2008
Alejandro Fernández makes a royal mistake – During his presentation in Spain, the singer kissed Queen Sofia as if she was just any old friend, forgetting that there’s royal protocol when it comes to greeting a monarch :: from www.peopleenespanol.com
Gabriela Spanic: Any gay man is more of a man than the father of my son.” The actress is adamantly against Neil Pérez, and at the same time tells Flordia residents to vote NO for Proposition 2 :: from www.peopleenespanol.com
After six seasons playing the role of Cheyenne in the hit family comedy “Reba,” JoAnna García is thrilled to have her own show. The 29-year-old stars as Megan Smith, a Yale-educated aspiring writer who becomes full-time nanny to two spoiled brats in Palm Beach on the CW’s new comedy “Privileged,” airing Tuesdays at 9 p.m. :: from www.nydailynews.com
12th San Francisco International Latino Film Festival brings back ‘El Norte’ for the film’s 25th anniversary – (starts this Friday) :: from www.sfgate.com
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November 6, 2008
Creators of LowLos, Aztlan Entertainment, just sealed a deal to have its show on TransitTV.
Latin Grammys: precedent-setting exposure for regional Mexican genres
November 5, 2008
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November 6, 2008
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November 6, 2008
Arenas has been selected as the Hispanic Agency of Record by Paramount Pictures :: from hispanicad.com
Ocean Spray to Break January Campaign Targeting Hispanics :: from promomagazine.com
Newly elected U.S. President Barack Obama gets the cover treatment on this week’s Fronteras, a Spanish-language weekly news and entertainment magazine that is a publishing partnership between Danilo Black of Monterrey, Mexico, and Universal Press Syndicate of Kansas City. :: from www.editorandpublisher.com
Market Intelligence: Hispanic Online Media Can Charge Between 3 to 10 times More than General Market :: from www.portada-online.com
President-elect Barack Obama is expected to name Washington, D.C. lawyer Henry Rivera, a Democrat, to head a transition team focused on the Federal Communications Commission, according to informed sources. :: from www.multichannel.com
Dallas’ Al Día was not immune to Belo’s mandated cuts. – laid off 5 people. :: from mediamoves.blogspot.com
Lopez Negrete Hispanic AOR for the Dr Pepper Snapple Group :: from hispanicad.com
Bacardi settles pollution complaint in Puerto Rico :: from www.nydailynews.com
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November 6, 2008
Understanding Food and Hunger in Hispanic Marketing :: from www.reuters.com
Zoom Forward & Zubi win 2008 Creative Media Award for Multicultural Campaign :: from www.reuters.com
Terra launches EZTargetMedia for the USA and LatAM :: from www.reuters.com
Moen Partners with Prominent Nonprofit in Support of Affordable Housing for Hispanic Community :: from www.reuters.com
Creators of LowLos, Aztlan Entertainment, just sealed a deal to have its show on TransitTV. :: from www.reuters.com
Telemundo’s station group announced Monday (Nov. 3) the addition of five new markets and the addition of local video content to its A La Mano mobile initiative, which provides Spanish-language wireless content, such as news, weather and sports to Local Solutions Network’s mobile network. :: from www.reuters.com
A bitter fight for control of the Latin American Chamber of Commerce has been settled, averting an embarrassing court battle over allegations of mismanagement and financial wrongdoing. – Salt Lake City, Utah :: from www.reuters.com
Multicultural marketing comes of age :: from www.reuters.com
Mercury Mambo and Anheuser-Busch do the Texas Two-Step :: from www.reuters.com
Entravision Communications Corporation Reports Third Quarter 2008 Results :: from www.reuters.com
Spain-United States Chamber of Commerce Announces XXIX Annual Gala at Four Seasons, Miami – November 14, 2008 :: from www.reuters.com
Auto dealers in the San Francisco bay area would be wise to pay attention to the swelling ranks of Spanish-speakers, according Raul Vasquez, CEO of Focus Inc, a Florida-based marketing company. In a recent interview, Vasquez said car dealerships in particular had an opportunity to gain a loyal base by reaching out to first-generation Latino immigrants. :: from www.reuters.com
The Tulare-Kings Hispanic Chamber of Commerce announced it has named Raymond Macareno its new executive director. :: from www.reuters.com
Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. Reports Results for the Third Quarter 2008 :: from www.reuters.com
Convergence of Traditional and Emerging Media for Latinos. :: from www.reuters.com
Multimedia reporter Russell Contreras has left the Boston Globe after three years :: from www.reuters.com
New York publisher targets Latino men with sports magazines – Béisbol Mundial :: from www.reuters.com
Hispanic journalist new UnitedHealthcare face among elderly Spanish speakers – María Antonieta Collins :: from www.reuters.com
Elsa Ramón joins the WOAI News 4 team in San Antonio :: from www.reuters.com
Spain Business Brief – Thursday November 6 2008 :: from www.reuters.com
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November 6, 2008
Democrat Annette Quijano has won the only state legislative election in New Jersey this year. :: from www.nydailynews.com
Sheriff Lupe Valdez triumphant in bid for 2nd term as Dallas County sheriff :: from www.dallasnews.com
Former Palm Springs Police chief Gary Jeandron conceded to Democratic rival Manuel Perez after Perez was elected to the open 80th Assembly Wednesday. – California :: from www.kesq.com
An out Latina lesbian has won a seat on San Francisco’s school board, ensuring the board will have an LGBT member after the departure of openly gay President Mark Sanchez, who left for an unsuccessful bid (as of press time) to join the city’s Board of Supervisors. Barbara “Bobbi” Lopez, 30 :: from www.ebar.com
Young Latinos heard inspiring messages and examined career and education possibilities during the fifth annual Latino Youth Summit, held Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 at Greater Tacoma Convention and Trade Center. :: from www.tacomaweekly.com
Harris County voters apparently held Sheriff Tommy Thomas accountable for various controversies in his office, electing Democratic challenger Adrian Garcia by higher margins than other countywide races in Tuesday’s historic election. – Texas :: from www.hispanicbusiness.com
Latina breast cancer patients are more likely than black or white breast cancer patients to be dissatisfied with the decision-making process of whether to have a mastectomy or a lumpectomy, new research shows. :: from www.reutershealth.com
Postville streets empty as immigration officials return – Iowa :: from www.desmoinesregister.com
Lawyers representing a group of immigrants facing deportation are aggressively challenging the tactics used by federal immigration agents in raids last summer in New Haven. :: from www.courant.com
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance Launch Spanish Web Site – Brings more awareness to treatments and support :: from www.extranews.net
LATIN FACTORY 5: EVENING IN RED, A GALA FASHION SHOW TO BENEFIT LATINOS LIVING WITH HIV/AIDS
Bill Richardson mum on being part of new administration :: from www.lcsun-news.com
Chertoff’s Challenge to Obama :: from americas.irc-online.org
Santa Muerte is no saint, say Mexican bishops – The Roman Catholic archdiocese of Mexico City condemned devotion to Santa Muerte “Saint Death” that masquerades as authentic Catholic Christianity. :: from www.speroforum.com
Palm Beach County’s 2008 Hispanic Teacher of the Year honored – Dolores Santiago :: from www.sun-sentinel.com
Cook County State’s Attorney-elect Anita Alvarez Wants Tougher Gun Laws, More Latino Prosecutors :: from www.wbez.org
Will Obama cozy up to Chávez, Castro? Not likely :: from www.miamiherald.com
BANKING ON OBAMA WITH OPEN EYES I’M VOTING FOR THE BLACK MAN
When will Latinos be loved enough for White House? :: from southchicagoan.blogspot.com
Anita Alvarez: playing the “Experience card” – Chicago politics :: from www.600words.com
November 4, 2008
The Diversity Health Care Program of Mexico will officially accredit a Methodist Healthcare facility as a Hispanic Healthcare Hospital during the San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce’s Third Annual Healthcare Summit. :: from www.bizjournals.com
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Maradona: un nuevo capítulo en una vida de retos :: from www.nydailynews.com
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Posted on: November 6th, 2008November 6, 2008
Two top state police officers slain in Mexico – One of the killings occurs in Mexico state, where 12 officers have been killed in five days, apparently by gangs seeking a foothold in areas near the capital. :: from www.latimes.com
Interior Minister Juan Camilo Mouriño, right-hand man to President Felipe Calderon, was among eight people on board who died when the aircraft went down in Mexico City. :: from www.latimes.com
Spain Business Brief – Thursday November 6 2008 :: from www.typicallyspanish.com
Spain Newspaper Review – Thursday November 6 2008 :: from www.typicallyspanish.com
November 5, 2008
Falling oil prices a bad omen for Hugo Chávez :: from www.miamiherald.com
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