According to a report released by the Alzheimer’s Association on Tuesday, minorities have a higher risk of developing degenerative mental diseases like Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Blacks are about two times as likely to develop the diseases as non-Blacks, and Hispanics are about 1.5 times as likely to develop the disease. It is […]
White House takes on Immigration Reform despite Challenges
March 9, 2010 By
Despite the political hurdles that the White House is facing as it attempts to push through its health care reform agenda, President Obama has not abandoned his efforts to overhaul the country’s immigration system as well. This week, the president will meet with his Domestic Policy Task Force and Senators Lindsey Graham (R-SC) and Charles […]
Traces of Racism in the Afterglow of a Texas Primary
March 8, 2010 By
The electoral defeat of the highest-ranking Hispanic Republican in Texas has triggered widespread speculation that race is still a significant obstacle in Texas politics, particularly among the Right. Victor Carrillo, the incumbent Railroad Commissioner, was handed an unexpected and lopsided defeat by a relatively unknown, under-funded challenger in the recent GOP primary. After the election, […]
Documentary about Child Migration to the U.S. Nominated for an Oscar
March 5, 2010 By
This year a touching documentary that follows Central American migrants on a dangerous journey through Mexico to the U.S. border has been nominated for an Academy Award, which will take place this Sunday. The film, Which Way Home, which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival last year, is directed by Rebecca Cammisa. Cammissa’s documentary explores […]
GUEST BLOGGER: Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez “Women in the Military”
March 5, 2010 By
In the spirit of National Women’s History Month, Latinovations would like to acknowledge the great accomplishments of Latina women and thank Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez for her contribution to La Plaza As the highest-ranking female member on the House Armed Services Committee, I have the opportunity to see first-hand the significant contributions of our women in […]
Chavez-Thompson Wins Democratic Nomination for Texas Lieutenant Governor
March 4, 2010 By
Labor leader Linda Chavez-Thompson won the Democratic nomination yesterday in the Texas lieutenant governor’s race. The former AFL-CIO official defeated ex-Travis County District Attorney Ronnie Earle and Austin deli owner Marc Katz. Chavez-Thompson will face Republican Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst in the November election. Since 1994 Democrats have been shut out of every statewide office […]
Edward James Olmos Asks for Support for Legendary East L.A. Math Teacher Jaime Escalante
March 3, 2010 By
Jaime Escalante, the East L.A. high school math teacher who was immortalized in the 1988 film “Stand and Deliver” is battling cancer. According to the film’s star and Escalante’s friend, Edward James Olmos, the legendary educator is struggling to pay for his treatment. Olmos has announced a request for donations to help Escalante. “The treatment […]
Pedro Nava “Hidden Credit And Debit Card Fees Punish The Poor And Reward The Rich”
March 3, 2010 By
As if you weren’t already feeling the pinch in this time of need and economic uncertainty, hidden credit and debit card interchange fees are chewing a hole in your wallet. And an even bigger hole in low-income and minority households. Interchange fees cost Americans $48 billion a year. If you live in California, your share […]
Guest Blogger Series: Roberto Carmona on “The Latino Community would benefit from Comprehensive Climate and Energy Legislation”
March 2, 2010 By
You’ve seen the headlines. America is struggling through the worst economic downturn since the Great Depression. Americans are losing their jobs and businesses are closing their doors. It is a vicious cycle – but it’s one we can break. As a Latino small business owner in Chicago, I recognize the importance of taking action during […]
Fatal Earthquake Hits Chile
March 1, 2010 By
This past Saturday, one of the biggest earthquakes in recorded history rocked Chile, killing more than 700 people. Untold numbers are missing and 2 million are displaced or wounded. Chilean President Michelle Bachelet said the death toll had jumped to 708 on Sunday, increasing sharply as rescue crews reached remote towns and were able to […]
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