On Wednesday, representatives from national civil rights organizations testified before the House of Representatives Committee on Oversight and Government Reform about the experiences and unique challenges that communities of color face in this time of economic struggle.
NCLR President Testifies Before House Committee on Need for Attention to Communities of Color in Economic Recovery Efforts
September 24, 2009 By
Members of the Commission to Study the Potential Creation of a National Museum of the American Latino Announced
September 23, 2009 By
Today, President Obama announced the appointment of the following individuals to sit on the Commission to Study the Potential Creation of a National Museum of the American Latino: Emilio Estefan, Jr., Andrés W. López, Cindy Peña, Abigail M. Pollak, and Cid Wilson. The President also announced that Gilberto Cárdenas and José B. Fernández, who are […]
PEW Study Examines Attitudes in Mexico
September 23, 2009 By
A report released by the Pew Global Attitudes Project, part of the nonpartisan, non-advocacy Pew Research Center, examined the attitude of Mexicans toward a number of issues.
Decrease in Number of Foreign-Born People in U.S.
September 22, 2009 By
A report released by the Census Bureau on Tuesday found that the number of foreign-born people living in the United States declined last year. The losses are most visible in California, Florida, Arizona, and Michigan, all states that have been dramatically impacted by the recession.
Faith Leaders Weigh in on Health Care Debate
September 21, 2009 By
On Friday, Los Angeles faith leaders held a religious service and phone bank to urge congressional leaders to include illegal immigrants in any health care reform bills.
GUEST BLOGGER SERIES: Gus West "Hispanics and the Internet: Building their Mobile Future"
September 18, 2009 By
Latinovations would like to thank Gus West, Board Chairman of The Hispanic Institute, for his contribution to La Plaza. In the Hispanic community, the mobile phone is more than just a way to make calls. For more than half the population, wireless devices are increasingly a link to education, opportunity and everything else the Internet […]
ALMA Awards to Honor Latinos in Hollywood
September 17, 2009 By
The 2009 American Latino Media Arts (ALMA) Awards – the only show of its kind that honors outstanding Latino entertainers, sports figures and artists, will air on Friday, September 18th on ABC at 8/7 pm Central. Founded in 1995 by the National Council of La Raza (NCLR) as a way to promote positive portrayals of […]
“Somos Americanos,” Says Obama at CHCI Gala
September 17, 2009 By
On Wednesday evening President Barack Obama spoke at the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute’s 32nd annual gala. He spoke very eloquently about the importance of nurturing today’s young leaders and praised CHCI and its leadership for focusing on such an important endeavor that will greatly impact our country’s future. He talked about the importance of making […]
NAHJ Urges the Media to Stop Using “Illegals” When Discussing Immigration
September 16, 2009 By
The National Association of Hispanic Journalists released a statement urging the new media to stop using the dehumanizing term “illegals” when referring to undocumented immigrants. Using accurate terminology in news coverage of immigration is something the NAHJ has long been advocating for, especially now that the term “illegals” is being used more frequently.
Obama Criticized by Latino Representative On Health Care Plans
September 15, 2009 By
President Obama was criticized by a top Latino ally on Monday for altering his health-care plan in order to garner conservative support. Speaking in Spanish, Representative Luis Gutierrez (D-IL), said: “Those who should be our friends, our allies, are more and more giving Rep. (Joe) Wilson, R-S.C., exactly what he wants to continue with this […]
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