According to a new Pew Research Study released yesterday, only 9% of Latinos surveyed are ‘angry’ with President Obama for his decision to delay action on immigration until after the election. Although the Latino community is understandably disappointed with the decision, the survey also found that Latino voter preferences will not hinge on a singular […]
Pew Research Study Finds only 9% of Latinos are ‘Angry’ With President Obama over Immigration Delay
October 30, 2014 By
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Voices Strong Support for Labor Sec. Thomas Perez for U.S. Attorney General
October 29, 2014 By
The Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC) officially endorsed Labor Secretary Thomas Perez for U.S. Attorney General on Tuesday. Secretary Perez has purportedly been on the shortlist of candidates since Attorney General Eric Holder announced he would step down from the position last month. The CHC joins many leading Latino organizations, including the National Hispanic Leadership Agenda […]
Former DHS Secretary Janet Napolitano Expresses Support for Executive Action on Immigration
October 28, 2014 By
On Monday, former Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano expressed her support for President Obama’s intent to act on immigration through executive action. Under Napolitano, the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program came to fruition in 2012, and granted thousands of young, eligible undocumented immigrants the ability to stay and work in the U.S. […]
Comentarios From Maria: Latinas -Spotting the signs early, is only half the battle to breast cancer survival
October 27, 2014 By
There is no real way to describe the overwhelming and emotional reaction one can feel when faced with the possibility of cancer. Even the word cancer itself, can stir a mix of concern and fear among the strongest willed persons. My mom had it. But thanks to God, early detection, and our supportive network of […]
Record Number of Latino Voters and Candidates Poised to Shape Outcome of Midterm Elections, Says NALEO
October 24, 2014 By
The National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO) recently reported that there has been an 18 percent increase in the number of registered Latino voters since the 2010 midterm elections, bringing the total to 7.8 million. This growing electorate and an increase in the number of Latino candidates running in this year’s national […]
Guest Blogger: Roberto Adrian Fierro “Latino Culture Rooted in Food Day Values”
October 23, 2014 By
Growing up in Mexico, food was a very important part of my life and upbringing. Food brought family together. In el campo, bonds were formed and culture shared, y en la cocina lessons were learned and recipes passed down to younger generations. I vividly remember helping my grandmother pick fresh peppers for her famous chorizo […]
Latino Vote Will Be Critical in Close National Races, According to New Latino Decisions Poll
October 21, 2014 By
Despite recent polling that suggests the Latino vote may be inconsequential in determining the outcome of competitive midterm races, a new poll released by Latino Decisions found that the share of the Latino electorate is large enough to play a decisive outcome in at least 6 competitive senate races and 12 gubernatorial contests. Matt Barreto, […]
Comentarios from Maria: Tight Elections Require Latino Participation
October 20, 2014 By
The November midterm elections are less than three weeks away, and the battle to control the Senate has never been tighter. What has become quite clear to me after analyzing the latest polls released by the pollster, Latino Decisions, is that Latinos will have a fundamental role in determining the outcome of the most competitive […]
Latino Leaders and Activists Urge President Obama to Nominate Labor Sec. Tom Perez for Attorney General
October 17, 2014 By
The Congressional Hispanic Caucus and the National Hispanic Leadership Agenda are among the many Latino leaders urging President Obama to nominate Labor Secretary Tom Perez as the next U.S. attorney general. Leaders and activists cite Perez’s proven record of leadership and commitment to serving diverse communities as signs that he would be an ideal candidate […]
Comentarios From Maria: Why Latinos Should Not Sit Out This Election
October 14, 2014 By
Last week President Obama addressed the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute Gala, the largest gathering of Latino elected officials, leaders, activists, and young Latinos working in Washington. In the middle of his rousing speech, the crowd started booing as the president outlined the Republicans’ inaction on immigration legislation. The president then said emphatically, “Don’t boo — […]
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