141 posts in 1 day, mine eyes are falling out – Tomás
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The New Republic: Minorities Hit With Poverty Increase – Among the biggest poverty rate jumps were those shown for Hispanics (21.5% to 23.2%) :: from www.npr.org
Central America celebrated Tuesday the 188th anniversary of its independence from the Spanish crown amid widespread violence, a political crisis threatening democracy in Honduras and hunger and violence in Guatemala. :: from www.laht.com
Brian Sandoval on Wednesday entered the Nevada governor race, a day after leaving a lifetime appointment to the federal judiciary. :: from www.tahoebonanza.com
Mexican American astronaut isn’t changing course on immigration stand – NASA went ballistic when Jose Hernandez advocated legalization of undocumented immigrants in the U.S. shortly after his return to Earth. The California-born son of migrants isn’t backing down. :: from www.latimes.com
New Study Finds Local Enforcement of Immigration Laws Led to Racial Profiling – UC Berkeley :: from lawprofessors.typepad.com
New Latino initiative unites Latino bloggers & organizations in speaking out against Lou Dobbs and CNN :: from www.latinalista.net
Gunmen burst into a drug treatment center in the northern Mexican border city of Ciudad Juarez and shot to death 10 people, the 2nd such mass killing this month. :: from www.miamiherald.com
Latinos to CNN: Dump Dobbs Now :: from www.huffingtonpost.com
Obama links healthcare, immigration reform – “My commitment is real and so is my desire to get this (immigration reform) done,” Obama said Wednesday during the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute’s 32nd Annual Awards Gala. :: from www.upi.com
Chilean-American author Isabel Allende explores the topic of slavery in her new novel, a subject she says is as important as ever because “there have never been more slaves in the world as there are now.” :: from www.laht.com
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More Than 80% of Latino Children Unable To Read at or Above Grade Level by 4th Grade – October 23rd, 2008
DNC Hispanic Notes :: My Experiences from Day 2 – August 27th, 2008
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National Council of La Raza Joins Campaign Aimed at CNN’s Lou Dobbs Tonight Advertisers
Changing roles: Latinos on TV :: from www.mysanantonio.com
Data and Resources: Country of Origin Profiles – Pew Hispanic Center
Mexico water shortage becomes crisis amid drought
Crops are wilting in the countryside, and the capital’s water shortage has turned dire as Mexico grapples with its worst drought in more than half a century. :: from www.latimes.comHonduras: Colombian ex-Paramilitaries Recruited by Pro-Coup Forces :: from upsidedownworld.org
Anne Trujillo is celebrating 25 years at KMGH-7, Denver’s ABC affiliate. She is also the city’s longest running anchor. :: from mediamoves.blogspot.com
Statue Honoring ‘Los Temerarios’ in New Jersey has Residents [and This Blogger] Very Upset :: from lauramartinez.wordpress.com
Guatemalan army stole children for adoption, report says :: from www.cnn.com
Honduran Coup Squeezed From Above and Below—But is it Enough to Restore Democracy? :: from americasmexico.blogspot.com
CAUSA: 10 Questions Legislators Should Ask FAIR Representatives :: from causaoregon.blogspot.com
Peru’s Novalima reaches Top 5 at WOMEX’s international ranking :: from www.livinginperu.com
Is This the Best They Can Do? Anti-Immigrant Group Rally Fizzles – FAIR Claims 200,000 Members; Only 50 People Show Up :: from lawprofessors.typepad.com
A new team of federal agents operating in Iowa this year has arrested immigrants with previous convictions for sex crimes, cocaine possession, kidnapping and carjacking. – But arrests of such criminals have been the exception, not the rule, new statistics obtained by The Des Moines Register show. :: from www.desmoinesregister.com
Obama praises Sotomayor at Hispanic gala :: from www.usatoday.com
NAHJ Urges News Media to Stop Using the Term “Illegals” When Covering Immigration
Members of the Chicano/Latino Studies program will converge at noon today outside College of Social Science Dean Marietta Baba’s office to address concerns about students’ treatment by the program’s faculty members and administration. – Michigan State University :: from www.statenews.com
Common Sense and Immigration Reform: Uniting Behind an Accurate Census :: from fairimmigration.wordpress.com
“Drop Dobbs”: CNN Pressured To Give Up Controversial Host (VIDEO) :: from www.huffingtonpost.com
BastaDobbs.com – For years, Lou Dobbs has used his platform on CNN to spread myths and misinformation about Latinos and immigrants, even as his network tries to woo Latino viewers. Dobbs is helping fuel the rising tide of hatred and extremism against Latinos in this country. It’s time we said enough (that’s “basta” in Spanish). :: from www.bastadobbs.com
Despidan ya a Lou Dobbs :: from www.impre.com
Former leaders of the U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce are calling for the resignation of chairman David C. Lizárraga. – “He has taken control of the USHCC, he has eliminated elections and has a self-appointed board,” said Scott Flores of Denver :: from www.denverpost.com
Entertainment –»
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Changing roles: Latinos on TV :: from www.mysanantonio.com
10th Annual LATIN GRAMMY Nominations
Statue Honoring ‘Los Temerarios’ in New Jersey has Residents [and This Blogger] Very Upset :: from lauramartinez.wordpress.com
Selena Gomez Wins an Emmy! :: from www.latina.com
Puerto Rican singer-songwriter Kany García has plenty of reasons to be happy. Her sophomore album, Boleto de Entrada, is coming out on September 22 and the first single, “Feliz,” has already received the thumbs up from critics. :: from www.latina.com
Los Temerarios tienen su estatua en NJ
2009 VMA Exclusive: Jennifer Lopez Working With Pitbull – Que Rico! :: from blogamole.mtvtr3s.com
Joan Baez talks about her Hispanic heritage :: from www.mercurynews.com
Peru’s Novalima reaches Top 5 at WOMEX’s international ranking :: from www.livinginperu.com
The 12th edition of Lincoln Center’s Latinbeat Film Festival is underway at the Walter Reade Theater, featuring 21 films, more than half of them from the healthy movie industries of Argentina and Mexico. :: from www.nydailynews.com
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“mun2 on the Road” heads to La Isla Del Encanto, Puerto Rico to visit with some of the islands biggest stars. :: from hispanicad.com
Spanish Broadcasting System (“SBS”) announced today that Mega TV will cover Juanes’ “Paz sin Fronteras” concert in Havana on Sunday, September 20 from 6:00-9:00 P.M. (ET) and 7:00-10:00 P.M. (PT). :: from hispanicad.com
The latest Latin American export: “Esta Sociedad” :: from latimesblogs.latimes.com
Todos Somos Guerreros: A Documentary on Political Hip-Hop in El Alto, Bolivia :: from upsidedownworld.org
Jennifer Lopez Parties With the Obamas :: from www.usmagazine.com
Los Premios MTV 2009 Update: Wisin y Yandel, Alejandro Sanz, Paulina Rubio, Nelly Furtado y Más To Perform! :: from blogamole.mtvtr3s.com
Shakira Dishes on VMA Fashion Faux Pas :: from www.latina.com
Spoiler Alert: Hugh Laurie Beats the Crazy Out of Lin-Manuel Miranda on “House” :: from www.latina.com
Longtime Tex-Mex singer-songwriter Javier Galvan says he’s ready to take the next step. And yes, that means going beyond his group Fama, after more than 24 years. :: from www.ramiroburr.com
CALLE 13 Lead LATIN GRAMMY Nominations
America Ferrera on The Cover of Latina :: from www.latingossip.com
Marc Anthony & J.Lo Take Over Capitol Hill :: from www.latina.com
Fabian Perez Named Official Artist of the 10th Annual Latin GRAMMY(R) Awards
Over the past decade and a half, John Ortiz has acted on stage and film in dozens of projects, which have run the gamut from masterworks (“The Merchant of Venice”) to monster works (“Alien vs. Predator”). – now in “Othello,” :: from www.nydailynews.com
This week’s Latin Events, Sept. 16-22, 2009 – NYC :: from www.nydailynews.com
Nelly Furtado releases Spanish album aimed at Latino market :: from news.yahoo.com
Os Mutantes’ remodeled act whips through the invention and wit of old :: from www.nydailynews.com
CSI’s Adam Rodríguez looks beyond ‘Miami’ :: from www.nydailynews.com
Despite rain, La India & Bisbal heat up Central Park :: from www.nydailynews.com
A Havana singer who will take part in the Juanes concert Sunday has said that exiled Cuban artists should be allowed to perform on the island and criticized the notorious jailing of a Havana man for his drunken complaint of widespread hunger as “an awful error.” – Amaury Pérez :: from www.miamiherald.com
Marc Anthony celebra sus 41 años con J.Lo y Barack Obama :: from www.peopleenespanol.com
Geraldine Bazán descarta que Gabriel Soto le sea infiel :: from www.peopleenespanol.com
Niegan que Belinda esté embarazada :: from www.peopleenespanol.com
Antonio Banderas le entregará el “Alma” a Salma Hayek :: from www.peopleenespanol.com
Thalía disfruta la Semana de la Moda en NY :: from www.peopleenespanol.com
Tito el Bambino pondrá a “perrear” a Miss Venezuela :: from www.peopleenespanol.com
Renato Malojuvera demanda a Susana González :: from www.peopleenespanol.com
Juan Gabriel: Persona del Año en el Latin GRAMMY :: from www.peopleenespanol.com
Gloria Trevi desenmascarará a varios en película :: from www.peopleenespanol.com
Dominicanos pagan por concierto de Juanes en La Habana :: from www.miamiherald.com
Business –»
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The State of the Hispanic Digital and Print Media Industries :: from www.portada-online.com
Grupo Televisa’s Azcarraga Jean has a life like a telenovela :: from latimesblogs.latimes.com
Anne Trujillo is celebrating 25 years at KMGH-7, Denver’s ABC affiliate. She is also the city’s longest running anchor. :: from mediamoves.blogspot.com
After a 19 year run at CNN, Christopher Crommett, currently Sr. VP of CNN en Español, has resigned from the company. :: from mediamoves.blogspot.com
Hispanic Cable 2010: Marketers Explore Ways to Drive Dollars to Booming Demo – Adequate data is needed to track growing Hispanic viewership in order to attract the big ad dollars :: from www.broadcastingcable.com
Hispanic Cable 2010: State Farm Ad Chief — Market Still Needs To Grow – As Viewership On Hispanic Cablers Grow, Advertisers Will Follow :: from www.multichannel.com
E-Verify Seems Here to Stay: Obama’s Immigration Chief Vouches For Status Verification System :: from feetin2worlds.wordpress.com
After more than two years of campaigning, planning, and preparing by Denver leaders, the 2009 National Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Convention will begin on Thursday. :: from www.9news.com
The Utah Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, singled out as one of the nation’s “extraordinary and visionary” chambers, is set to be named Thursday by the organization’s national group as the best medium regional chamber. :: from www.sltrib.com
Top 20 Hispanic-Owned Companies in Florida :: from www.hispanicbusiness.com
Former leaders of the U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce are calling for the resignation of chairman David C. Lizárraga. – “He has taken control of the USHCC, he has eliminated elections and has a self-appointed board,” said Scott Flores of Denver :: from www.denverpost.com
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HispanicAd.com launches HispanicCMO.com :: from hispanicad.com
Latino Broadcasting Company’s ‘Immigrant Archive Project’ joins forces with the US Hispanic Chamber of Commerce :: from hispanicad.com
Horacio Gavilán Executive Director of AHAA Honored for 10 years of Service :: from hispanicad.com
Sam’s Club(R) and The U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Sears Holdings Launches First-Ever National Hispanic Initiative For Hispanic Heritage Month
Kodak and Yahoo! En Espanol Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Estrella TV Makes Its Nationwide Debut
General Mills Hispanic Marketing Platform Que Rica Vida Renews Successful Partnership with Univision
Learn Why and How General Mills is Doubling its Hispanic Advertising Budget :: from www.portada-online.com
Razorfish Reaffirms Latin American Commitment, Expands Team :: from www.portada-online.com
Amir Hemmat: “The U.S. Mexican Market, An Often-Missed Opportunity” :: from www.portada-online.com
Costa Rica reduces the time to export and import cargo containers, while Brazil and Colombia boost costs. :: from www.latinbusinesschronicle.com
Prudential Named One of the Best Companies for Latinas
Kenny Lopez makes a 67 market jump from KVEO-23 in Brownsville to KTXL-40 in Sacramento as a general assignment reporter. :: from mediamoves.blogspot.com
Karla Leal is moving to Austin to become the main anchor and reporter for the upcoming KEYE-produced Telemundo affiliate newscasts. :: from mediamoves.blogspot.com
Erika Gonzalez is leaving her co-anchor job at Fox 2 News in McAllen, to become a reporter for KEYE-42 in Austin. :: from mediamoves.blogspot.com
In an attempt to extend its Hispanic marketing platform Que Rica Vida (What a Good Life), General Mills announced Tuesday the renewal and expansion of its existing partnership with Univision Communications. :: from www.brandweek.com
Colombia comes back by promoting culture, tourism :: from www.nydailynews.com
Latinos save less for retirement – part two :: from www.hispanicmpr.com
Wells Fargo Strikes Gold by Hitching Fortune to Diversity :: from www.hispanicbusiness.com
Consumer Stories…Focus on Hispanic foods at local grocery chain – Charlotte, North Carolina :: from www.wbtv.com
AT&T Scientist’s Green Advancements Recognized by Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute – Dr. Alicia Abella :: from www.hispanicbusiness.com
AutoTrader Latino Mobile Car Shopping Service Rolled Out to All Markets
More US Hispanic News –»
Latino Broadcasting Company’s ‘Immigrant Archive Project’ joins forces with the US Hispanic Chamber of Commerce :: from hispanicad.com
Free Spanish-Language Online Video Teaches Hands-Only(TM) CPR
Latino Health Guide Features Updated Pyramid :: from supermarketnews.com
Armando Molina, co-artistic Director for Company of Angels, directs this September the nationally significant production of “Visitors Guide to Arivaca (Map Not to Scale) ” written by Evangeline Ordaz and produced by Marlene Forte and Xavi Moreno for Company of Angels. The play runs September 11 through October 4th at the Alexandria Hotel, dowtown LA. :: from latinola.com
CAUSA: Oregon Coalition Calls on Rep. Gutierrez to Take the Lead on Immigration Reform Legislation :: from causaoregon.blogspot.com
Cocktail of the Week: Best Mexican Independence Day Drinks :: from www.latina.com
Hispanic hero: Astronaut Jose Hernandez says legalize undocumented immigrants :: from www.chicagonow.com
Latino Arts gears up for its next full season – Milwaukee :: from onmilwaukee.com
Chicago Bulls Double Down On Spanish-Language Market – Will wear ‘Los Bulls’ jerseys, broadcast 21 games on Spanish radio :: from www.nbcchicago.com
Newark Public Library opens homage to Peru this September :: from www.livinginperu.com
Legendary Colombian photographer Nereo López Meza is finally coming into focus in the U.S. with the first stateside release of a book about his work. “Nereo: Images From Half a Century” :: from www.nydailynews.com
La Casa Hogar reaches within Latino community for help – Yakima :: from www.yakima-herald.com
The Movement to Drop Dobbs :: from latinopoliticsblog.com
End the 287(g) Program in Nashville :: from lawprofessors.typepad.com
The brother of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor will deliver the keynote address at opening ceremonies Friday for the Central New York celebration of Hispanic/Latino Heritage Month. :: from www.syracuse.com
Reno-Carson Hispanic Heritage month events begin :: from www.rgj.com
Nevada Hispanic Services awarded 12 scholarships to students at the University of Nevada, Reno and Truckee Meadows Community College on Sunday at a community festival in Reno’s Miguel Ribera Park. :: from www.rgj.com
Mark Sanchez’s poise creates excitement for N.Y. Jets :: from www.usatoday.com
AT&T Scientist’s Green Advancements Recognized by Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute – Dr. Alicia Abella :: from www.hispanicbusiness.com
Miracle Theatre’s La Luna Nueva event spotlights Latino artists – Portland :: from www.oregonlive.com
Latino Culinary Institute Coming Soon to Dallas – brainchild of Lydia Gonzalez Welch, who once produced a Latin food show for cable television. :: from www.myfoxdfw.com
Latina Beauty » Kiss Your Frizz Anxieties Good Bye With Living Proof Shampoo and Conditioner :: from latinabeautyblog.com
News Analysis: Obama, Jimmy Carter, Racial Politics and Immigration Reform :: from feetin2worlds.wordpress.com
La Bloga Guest Columnist: Jesse Tijerina :: from labloga.blogspot.com
Made in America: Myths & Facts about Birthright Citizenship & Citizenship by the Numbers
International News :: English + Español –»
Costa Rica reduces the time to export and import cargo containers, while Brazil and Colombia boost costs. :: from www.latinbusinesschronicle.com
Mexico water shortage becomes crisis amid drought
Crops are wilting in the countryside, and the capital’s water shortage has turned dire as Mexico grapples with its worst drought in more than half a century. :: from www.latimes.comTodos Somos Guerreros: A Documentary on Political Hip-Hop in El Alto, Bolivia :: from upsidedownworld.org
Honduras: Colombian ex-Paramilitaries Recruited by Pro-Coup Forces :: from upsidedownworld.org
Guatemalan army stole children for adoption, report says :: from www.cnn.com
Honduran Coup Squeezed From Above and Below—But is it Enough to Restore Democracy? :: from americasmexico.blogspot.com
Mexico Taught the World About Pandemic Preparedness :: from mexicomonitor.blogspot.com
Colombia comes back by promoting culture, tourism :: from www.nydailynews.com
Central America celebrated Tuesday the 188th anniversary of its independence from the Spanish crown amid widespread violence, a political crisis threatening democracy in Honduras and hunger and violence in Guatemala. :: from www.laht.com
Cuba will not make any political or policy concessions to improve relations with the U.S. – no matter how small, Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez said Wednesday, snubbing Washington’s suggestions that some reforms could lead to better ties. :: from www.miamiherald.com
Gunmen burst into a drug treatment center in the northern Mexican border city of Ciudad Juarez and shot to death 10 people, the 2nd such mass killing this month. :: from www.miamiherald.com
A Havana singer who will take part in the Juanes concert Sunday has said that exiled Cuban artists should be allowed to perform on the island and criticized the notorious jailing of a Havana man for his drunken complaint of widespread hunger as “an awful error.” – Amaury Pérez :: from www.miamiherald.com
Direct mail to Havana, but what about cell phones? :: from southchicagoan.blogspot.com
Spain Bars Entry to 10 Members of Honduran Regime :: from www.laht.com
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- February 8, 2010
- ‘Qué pasa’ in Immigration: Latino Vote, Conventional Wisdom Watch, and An Unfulfilled Promise
- Voto latino vital en las elecciones del 2010 – Reporte resalta gran influencia de hispanos en contiendas del Congreso en 12 estados
- Why Is George Lopez Always Trying To Make Alcoholism Seem Cool?
- Someday, probably some five decades or so from now, these stories of people being harassed because of language are going to be funny.
- Unsettled case of Hispanic farmers underscores lack of DC Latino leadership and concern from Obama
- Partisanship, or political empowerment, the choice for Latinos in California
- Ipala, Guatemala celebrates those who went away but kept the town in their hearts – (with video)
- ICE Raids Cause Census Fear – Undocumented aliens fear getting counted in the 2010 Census will lead to punishment. Government promises no punishment.
- Candidacy of TV personality Jaime Bayly represents expectations of young voters, analyst says – Peru
- Take Action to Protect Immigrant Programs in the California State Budget!
- After reinventing Bolivia’s government to reflect the country’s multi-ethnic, Indian majority, President Evo Morales is championing gender parity at the highest levels of government.
- The percentage of Hispanic students accepted in NYC’s elite public high schools dipped slightly this year
- Latino astronaut Jose Hernandez addresses high school students in McAllen, TX
- Oklahoma ruling could affect Utah immigration law – SB81 was based heavily on Plains state’s measure.
- National Latino Congreso adopts resolutions to propel immigration issue and other concerns of Latinos forward
- A study on the Church’s ministry to Hispanics in the United States has found that regional and national organizations are lacking funds and consequently, personnel and planning.
- All-Hispanic basketball league thrives, the Azteca League in Alabama
- Los falsos muros contra la reforma migratoria
- School secretary axed for speaking Spanish – suing Charlotte-Mecklenburg school district – NC
- Andrae Gonzales: 180-turn for Shafter teen, thanks to mentor
- Dallas City Council members are expected to approve renaming South Central Expressway for Cesar Chavez. The name change would only cover a few blocks.
- Tea Party Dabbles in Immigration Politics
- Prospects for Immigration Reform Legislation
- Hispanics starting to shift political power in Illinois: Jesus Garcia ousted Joseph Mario Moreno, the incumbent and a consummate party man (aka Mayor Daley man), from his county board post. + Rudy Lozano Jr. was only 565 votes shy of toppling State Representative Daniel J. Burke of Chicago – both campaigns aided by Alderman Ricardo Munoz (22nd Ward)
- In Kettleman City, CA, Birth Defects, Deaths and Questions – Children’s Deaths Point Eyes Toward Nearby Waste Facility – town described as “It’s got that Mayberry feeling, with a Latino twist.”
- U.S. Colleges Court Hispanic Families Using Espanol
- Latino Leaders Call for Full Participation in Census – Call on Obama to Temporarily Suspend Enforcement Measures
- February 5, 2010
- A federal judge will decide whether to impose sanctions against the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office for its acknowledged destruction of police records in a lawsuit that accuses deputies of racially profiling countless Hispanics in immigration sweeps.
- Sheriff Joe Arpaio’s $990/hour Sidley Austin Lawyers Lose Again – That was a good use of taxpayer money
- Census tour allays Hispanics’ fears in Immokalee, Florida
- 2010 National Latino Congreso Results
- Immigration Prosecutions Rise, Organized Crime, Drugs and Weapons Charges Drop
- Uncomfortably Named Novela Hits U.S. Airwaves – Colombian Blockbuster Subtly Retitled for Telemundo – Sin tetas no hay paraiso
- February 4, 2010
- On the Job with Vilma Salaverria – Aflac’s highest ranking Latina oversees training for more than 4,000 employees
- Study Reveals Impact Of Health Insurance On Hispanics’ Attitudes Towards Healthcare Providers
- Denver’s Museo de las Americas wins arts excellence award
- Will Abel Maldonado Become GOP’s First Hispanic Lt. Governor in California?
- Caminos: Vicente Ximenes, Champion of Civil Rights
- February 3, 2010
- Message to Democrats: Don’t obligate Latinos to feel grateful for just doing your job
- Cuban Woman Celebrates 125th Birthday, Official Agency Says
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- February 8, 2010
- New Report Explains that Charter Schools’ Political Success is a Civil Rights Failure – growth promoting segregation!?
- The Power of the Latino Vote in America: They Tipped Elections in 2008; Where Will They Be in 2010? – 40 Competitive Races in 12 States Could Hinge on Latino Voter Turnout
- Jesus Garcia wins, Rudy Lozano Jr. close, victory for reform-minded Latino politicians – Chicago
- Immigrant Workers Help Increase Wages for All Workers – New Report from EPI
- Crist, Rubio tangle over census, legal status – Florida’s senator’s race – Rubio took a hard line this week, saying initially that only citizens should be counted. He backtracked after a sharp reaction from some of his South Florida Hispanic supporters.
- Latino groups are pressing U.S. Education Secretary Arne Duncan to withhold possibly millions in funding to Boston schools until the district complies with federal and state laws for programs aimed at students with limited English skills.
- How dangerous is Mexico? Despite drug war, it’s less deadly than it was a decade ago
- Climate could be right for GOP’s Sandoval to capture Hispanic vote in Nevada’s governor’s race – Republican Brian Sandoval could capture the attention of the Hispanic community, thanks in part to Democrats’ inability to hold that voting bloc on issues such as health care, but on immigration …
- Costa Rica elects 1st woman president in landslide – Laura Chinchilla
- February 5, 2010
- Black and Hispanic Infants Much More Likely to Have HIV: the rate of perinatal HIV infection – meaning transmission at the time of birth – is 4xs higher for Latino bebes
- February 4, 2010
- Vanity Fair’s March 2010 magazine cover shows the new hot Hollywood starlets but they all happen to be white – racist?
- Hispanic farmers allege discrimination by USDA – New Mexico
- Dodge City, Kansas Latino on trial for murder claims self-defense against hate crime called “Border Patrol” – (a must read, imho, amazing the stuff that still happens in our civilized country)
- February 3, 2010
- The White House’s budget request for the Department of Homeland Security for Fiscal Year 2011 contains more funds to strengthen frontier monitoring with barriers, police and weapons, while immigration reform continues to be absent from the budgetary agenda.
- LULAC partners with Voto Latino to launch youth-focused Census initiative
- Hispanic Women Bring Home the Bacon as Families Tighten Their Belts
- Is it going to take a Latino voter “revolt” to pressure pols to act?
- A federal judge has rejected a government request to dismiss a lawsuit by a U.S. citizen who was locked up for seven months at an immigration center. – Army veteran Rennison Castillo claims officials failed to act on his pleas in 2005 to check his military record and Social Security number.
- “Hunger in America” study: Unprecedented Increase in Hispanics Seeking Food Assistance
- IMMIGRATION AUTHORITIES ADVISED PRIVATE DEPORTATIONS – Court Evidence Shows ICE Colluded with Company in Trafficking Guestworkers
- February 2, 2010
- Immigration Reform is Necessary for America’s Economic Recovery
- Re-learning a culture, Hollywood-style
- Melting pot giving rise to post-’Latino’ Latino politicians
- How the Democratic Party can re-energize Latino voters
- Immigration reform dies in 36 words – Albor Ruiz
- Boy Scouts launching initiative to attract Latino youngsters
- Children of Spanish-speaking moms watch less TV
- Census chief tries easing immigrant fears in Texas
- Latinos seek more support for immigration reform – Luis Gutierrez tells L.A. protesters that he needs more votes for a reform bill.
- Island residents sue U.S., saying military made them sick – Vieques, Puerto Rico
- February 1, 2010
- Who Wants to be a Maid? – Hollywood stereotypes continue
- Chances are dim, but advocates will still push for immigration reform
- Around 271,000 Mexican immigrants in the United States “entered a state of poverty in 2009”
- Tempus Fugit: The Oddity Known as “Hispanic Time”
- Cuban salsa stars Los Van Van drew hundreds of protesters and thousands of fans to their first concert in Miami since protests of a 1999 show turned violent.
- Gunmen shot and killed 14 people and wounded 14 others in an appalling attack at a birthday party in Juárez – The victims ranged in age from 13 to 42, eight of whom were students.
- The head of a Latino political group credited with helping elect dozens of Latinos to offices around Massachusetts has announced she is stepping down – Giovanna Negretti, executive director of Oiste
- Latino Leaders Grade Obama – Líderes latinos evalúan al presidente
- Hispanic media outreach for Haiti unprecedented
- Pulitzer-nominated Alisa Valdes-Rodriguez, a woman for all seasons
