Hispanic Americans

What Does Cinco De Mayo Mean?

Ryan Craggs | Posted 05.02.2012

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First, it's not Mexican Independence Day. So throw that idea out. There are a couple of ways to approach the question, "What does Cinco de Mayo me...

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GOP Presidential Candidates Don't Know How to Connect with Hispanic Voters

Glenn Llopis | Posted 12.19.2011

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Glenn Llopis

The GOP Presidential Candidates need to be careful. While they are being strategic about what to discuss - they must stop ignoring the future of America. Every time they do not genuinely address the Hispanic community - they are slowly weakening our nation.

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Chambers & Businesses... A New York Perspective

Juan Guillen | Posted 12.11.2011

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Juan Guillen

I happen to be a fan of constructive criticism; it's how one grows. As a community, we need to stop being so critical of each other. Let's show a little bit more love for one another -- there is enough room for all of us to love each other, and still be in business for ourselves.

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WATCH: Arianna On Upward Mobility And The Immigrant Experience

Huff TV | Posted 10.03.2011

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Arianna attended the 2011 National Council of La Raza (NCLR) on Sunday to deliver a speech on upward mobility and the immigrant experience in America....

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Are Hispanics the New American Reality? Claro Que Si! But Will They Get Their Own Museum? Quien Sabe.

Guy Garcia | Posted 08.07.2011

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Guy Garcia

The closer you look at Hispanics, the more American they seem -- and vice versa. Which is why the prospect of a National Museum of the American Latino in Washington, D.C., is both a no brainer and such a hard sell.

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Georgia: On Immigration, Speeding Down a Dead-End Street

Janet Murguía | Posted 05.25.2011

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Janet Murguía

The anti-immigration bills in Georgia suffer from many of the same problems as those in Arizona. They would open up the state to lawsuits if a private citizen feels that they failed to use employment verification.

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Latinos and the Census: A $1 Trillion Business Game-Changer.

Roberto Ramos | Posted 05.25.2011

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Roberto Ramos

Politicians should not be the only ones addressing this demographic game-changer, so should companies looking for growth opportunities.

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Chicago Sun-Times Series, Nuevo Chicago -- Right on Point

Juan Rangel | Posted 05.25.2011

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Juan Rangel

Too often, the Hispanic community is beset by stereotypes. One side portrays them as "minority" victims, the other as selfish consumers of entitlements and social services.

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Universal Health Care Is Top Priority For Latino Voters

ImpreMedia | Pilar Marrero | Posted 05.25.2011

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Latino voters in the United States see health care reform as the most important priority for the country and a solid majority expresses support for un...

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Obama Naming Hispanics To Top Posts At Record Pace

AP | LAURA WIDES-MUNOZ | Posted 05.25.2011

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MIAMI — President Barack Obama is on track to name more Hispanics to top posts than any of his predecessors, drawing appointees from a wide rang...

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RNC's Spanish Press Release For Hispanic Heritage Month Riddled With Errors

The Wonk Room | Andrea Nill | Posted 05.25.2011

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Today, the Republican National Committee (RNC) released a statement from Chairman Michael Steele announcing the release of a new video in celebration ...

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Major Hispanic Group Launches 'Hate Speech' Campaign Targeting Dobbs, Beck

HuffingtonPost.com | Sam Stein | Posted 05.25.2011

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The country's leading Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization is set to begin a campaign targeting several newscasters and presidential candid...

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2 Hispanic Surnames Now Among The Top 10 Most Common In US

New York Times | SAM ROBERTS | Posted 05.25.2011

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Step aside Moore and Taylor. Welcome Garcia and Rodriguez. Smith remains the most common surname in the United States, according to a new analysis re...

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