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- Alabama House Bill 56 Returns State to Jim Crow EraRacism in Alabama rears it's ugly head again as thousands of Hispanic citizens continue to flee this state after House Bill 56 takes away their basic rights.
- 5 Scholarships for Hispanic / Latino StudentsCollege is very expensive, and a scholarship can help tremendously. Here are a few scholarship options for Hispanic students.
- Chicago Aldermen Continue Battle Over New Ward MapEven though Dec. 1 was the statute deadline, the Chicago City Council is still battling out attempts to re-map the city's wards based on the new Census information, though the move could cost tax payers millions.
- THE IMPORTANCE of the HISPANIC VOTEHispanics are followed and courted very closely by both political parties, especially in this impending presidential election.
- Hispanic Players Have Influenced America’s PastimeNearly 30% of all 40-man Major League rosters are occupied by Hispanic players. It is high time that they should be recognized as a force in our game today.
Lesson Plans for Hispanic Heritage MonthCelebrate the culture and contributions of Hispanic Americans in the classroom with these "tasty" ideas.
Hispanic Heritage Month Crafts: Festive Maraca MosaicsAre you looking for fun crafts and bulletin board ideas for Hispanic Heritage Month? Get shakin' with these easy and fun maraca mosaics.
Introducing Hispanic Heritage Month in the ClassroomHeritage and culture aren't concrete ideas that are easy for young children to grasp. Get tips and ideas for introducing Hispanic Heritage Month in the classroom.- U.S. Hispanics Show DiversityNationwide Mexicans are by far the largest Hispanic group.
Pittsburgh's Hispanic Grocer: Reyna's Foods and Taco ShackReyna's is a great little Hispanic grocer and taco shack, conveniently located in Pittsburgh's Strip District.- Who Will Bail Out the Hood the State of MinoritiesAs America struggles to get its economic house in order, there are those who no longer fit into the equation they face double digit unemployment, poverty, double digit uninsured they lag far behind by all standards this the question what happens to them?
- Generation-X and How They Are DefinedGeneration-X and how they are defined by race in 2008 and in 2030.
Immigrant StudentsTeachers may be unprepared to help Immigrating students transition into their classrooms. Discovering some of the cultural differences may make this an easier process for teachers and students alike.
President Obama's Speech in El Paso Proves His Mastery of Politics Meet Issues '" Hispanics Will Decide 2012If I were cynical I would think President Obama kept the immigration issue simmering without major attention to make it an issue in the 2012 election to ensure the Hispanic population, a population that
What the U.S. Census Means for America, New York, and Long IslandA review of the first 2010 census release shows America, New York and Long Island are becoming more suburban.- Not All Hispanics Are Created EqualOpinion about how generalizing about a specific demographic group is not well researched and the importance of measuring your words.
Is it Time for America to Celebrate Cesar Chavez Day?We celebrate George Washington's Birthday in February and Martin Luther King Jr. the month before, so why not a Hispanic Hero's Birthday for the Month of March? Now if we go that route, we should be looking next at other significant minority groups...- Republican KS State Rep Joke About '˜Shooting Immigrant' Should Nullify Hispanic Support for PartyAll jokes are not created equal. When Republican Kansas State Representative Virgil Peck stated that it may be a good idea to control illegal immigration the way the feral hog population
Sofia Vergara: A Modern Family's 'I Love Lucy'Both the actress Sofia Vergara of "Modern Family" and Desi Arnaz, Ricky Ricardo of the iconic sitcom "I Love Lucy" shares many similarities with their early lives, acting careers and popular television sitcoms. They are known for their strong accents.
State Senator Blames Arizona's Debt on IllegalsFreshman State Senator Smith blames the illegal aliens on everything that is wrong with Arizona. He says the budget, the jobs, the housing; the state's deficit can be fixed with the deportation of illegal immigrants and got elected on those thoughts.- Does the Idea of a Brown America Instill Fear in Your Hearts?Why the angst over whether or not Hispanic and Latino Americans are the majority in the future; can't we all just get along?
- GOP's Hispanic Outreach Strategy an Investment in Party's FutureHispanic outreach will be key if Republicans want to remain a viable political party. Fortunately, Jeb Bush has a plan to do just that.
What More House Seats in Florida, Texas Mean for 2012 ElectionWith gains in the south and west, the United States seems to be leaning more to the GOP.- Hispanics in the United States of America - What Term is it Better to Classify ThemIn the United States of America, the term Hispanic is used to classify immigrants or descendants of people that were born in Spanish Speaking Countries. Why do we use it or is it fair?
- Are You Reaching Your Hispanic Audience?Hispanics are entering cyberspace at high speeds with over 18 million online in the U.S.A. and online business marketing has lagged behind until now;
Safest Cities in America - Murder RatesThis article ranks the safest cities in America by annual murder rates per 1,000 inhabitants.
Authentic Ready to Use ESL Multilevel Student EBooKThis eBook has worksheets that are reproducible for classroom use. There are several vocabulary, sentence structure, mapping, and reading comprehension word games designed for intermediate to advanced level students of English as a second language.
Confederate Hispanics 150 Years AgoIn the new year of 2011, much will be written on the 150th anniversary of the beginning of America's Civil War. One area forgotten and not known by many individuals was the contributions offered by those of Hispanic heritage to the Confederate cause.- Latinos Not to Blame for Whooping Cough EpidemicMedia outlets and Internet commentators have suggested that Latinos in California are somehow responsible for the current whooping cough epidemic. The data seems to suggest that is simply not true.
- Hispanic Marketing 101People are complicated, while at the same time they're pretty simple. And no one ever said the more complicated a marketing message the better.
- Sharron Angle political ad 'most overtly racist ad,' says punditSharron Angle has made some bold and, too many, outlandish statements throughout her campaign for the U. S. Senate seat in Nevada, but with only a few days left before Election Day and the polls showing her and incumbent Democratic senator...
Latinos in the United States Living Longer Than Most Despite Higher Incidence of DiabetesA new study put out by the CDC confirms what researchers have known for years: hispanics living in the United States live longer lives than non-hispanic whites and African Americans.
Hispanics Bring Change to Passaic County, New JerseyWith one sheriff resigning to go on to a better job elsewhere, the new elections brings a face to how the changes in communities will decide elections for current and future elections. Read on to find out how the Hispanic vote will change the election.
Harrisonburg's Hispanic DilemmaHarrisonburg, Virginia's major industries depend heavily on illegal immigrant employment. Why isn't the area's Congressional representatives rallying for legal employment for them OR prosecuting their employers?- Day of the Dead Festival, Hispanic Culture is Alive in Richmond, VirginiaThe fall season is a flurry of events in Richmond and throughout Virginia. This is the opportunity to take in our autumn cultural celebrations. The vibrancy not only exists in the fall foliage but the diverse and expanding cultural heritage and traditionals that makes Virginia's kaleidoscope spectac
- Local Hispanic Republicans Voice Support for DREAM ActJason Villalba of the Republican National Hispanic Assembly has spoken out in support of the DREAM Act.
- National Hispanic Heritage Month, Sept. 15 - Oct. 15National Hispanic Heritage Month begins Sept. 15!
- National Hispanic Heritage Month Begins Sept. 15Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month at museums and festivals all over the country.
- National Hispanic Heritage Month in Southern CaliforniaAmerica is known as the great melting pot. It's a wonderful country where people of all ethnicities and backgrounds can live together in peace and strive for success and happiness.
- Hispanic Republicans Gain in Number, InfluenceConsidered by some to be an oxymoron, Hispanic Republicans are a growing voter block who are serious about their politics and values.
