While most eyes were turned towards the historic vote on overhauling the nation’s healthcare system, tens of thousands of demonstrators filled five blocks of the National Mall in Washington, DC to call on the President and Congress to address another looming policy issue in need of fixing – immigration. The organizers of the “March for […]
Obama Holds Three High-Profile Meetings to Discuss Immigration, Hispanic Issues
March 11, 2010 By
On Thursday, President Obama met with immigration activists to discuss the possibilities of passing comprehensive immigration legislation this year. President Obama has been dedicating effort to solving this pressing issue despite being faced with what is undoubtedly a full political plate at the moment. The lunch meeting came in advance of a much anticipated reunion […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
New Conservative Initiative Seeks to Attract Latinos to the Right
February 22, 2010 By
The American Principles Project, a conservative group, has announced a new initiative to promote their movement to Hispanics by emphasizing their traditional social values. The Latino Partnership for Conservative Principles will work to woo Hispanics toward the right while simultaneously pushing conservatives to change their attitude toward immigration reform, thus tapping into the great political […]
Study by NCLR Examines Emotional Impact of Foreclosures
February 16, 2010 By
A study being released this week by the National Council of La Raza (NCLR) and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill reports that the stress of foreclosure can have detrimental effects on families and marriages. The study is based on interviews with 25 Latino families in California, Florida, Georgia, Michigan, and Texas.
Congressman Lincoln Diaz-Balart Announces he will not seek reelection in January
February 11, 2010 By
Congressman Lincoln Diaz-Balart (R-FL) announced on Thursday that he will not seek reelection at the end of his current term after 18 years in that office. One of three Republican Latinos currently serving in Congress, Diaz-Balart is known for his strong stance in favor of the Cuban embargo. He is reported to be “seriously considering” […]
New Report Highlights Growing Strength of Latino Electorate
February 10, 2010 By
A report released Monday by America’s Voice, an immigration reform advocacy group, highlights the increasing importance of the Latino vote. The report outlines 40 specific midterm elections where Latinos could have a significant impact on the the result. “Most politicians understand the importance of the Latino vote in presidential years, but what we’re saying is […]
Tom Tancredo’s remarks at Tea Party convention catch the attention of immigration activists
February 9, 2010 By
A comment by former Congressman Tom Tancredo (R, CO) at last week’s Tea Party convention in Nashville has raised concern among immigration activists and Hispanic groups. During a speech, Tancredo said, “People who could not spell the word vote or say it in English put a committed socialist ideologue in the White House — name […]
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