Politics

Human Rights, Immigration, Palabra Final, Politics

Is the City of Irving, Texas Really Good at Catching Undocumented Immigrants or Violating Basic Human Rights?

Sep 26, 2007, 3:12 PM 34

LatinaLista — The 2006 Community Survey reports that the total population of Irving, Texas stands at 205,920. It’s a figure that is steadily dropping. Not because of deaths or people relocating, but rather because of deportations. Between June 1,…

Immigration, Palabra Final, Politics

Actions of Senate Democrats Beg the Question: How Deep is the Commitment to the Latino Constituency?

Sep 25, 2007, 3:40 PM 10

LatinaLista — We know the immigration debate has divided the country, and we know it has clearly defined the differences between the Republicans and the Democrats. But it’s always an eye-opener to see the issue used as the scapegoat…

Government, Palabra Final, Politics

Latinos are Finally Shaking Off the Label of Being a Sleeping Giant

Sep 20, 2007, 7:00 PM 2

LatinaLista — A popular description of the Latino community during election season is to refer to the community as the “sleeping giant.” The implication always understood to be that Latinos wield an untapped strength that can change the course…

Education, Palabra Final, Politics

The Fate of the Dream Act Rests on Mobilizing the Truth

Sep 18, 2007, 5:35 PM 8

LatinaLista — The Hour of Reckoning is fast approaching for the fate of the Dream Act. In the balance hangs the hopes of roughly 60,000 young people who want nothing more to be able to afford college and put…

Palabra Final, Politics

Why Do So Many Latino Republicans Remain Silent?

Sep 17, 2007, 7:38 PM 14

LatinaLista — One characterization of Latinos that everyone likes to parrot is that as a group we don’t vote for the political party, as much as, we vote for the issues. But when the issues are so intertwined with…

American Dreams, Politics, Women

Pursuing a Dream One Handshake at a Time

Sep 10, 2007, 9:30 PM 5

Political newcomer, Mary Abeyta, builds on her history of helping others to pursue a run for public office. LatinaLista — At the age of 9, when most girls are enjoying weekend sleepovers and outings to the mall with…

Language, Palabra Final, Politics

Univision Debate Proves Refreshing

Sep 9, 2007, 8:35 PM 6

LatinaLista — Tonight’s Univision debate was refreshing on so many levels that when it was finally over it proved to be an event that was not just historic but one all Latinos could be proud of. Democratic presidential candidates…

Global Views, Linking Latinas, Politics

Two Countries, Two Presidents, Two Different Poll Results

Sep 9, 2007, 9:43 AM 0

By Sabrina De Santiago MEXICO: Mexico and the U.S. are very different. I know that should be obvious, but since Iâ€™ve grown up sharing both cultures, somehow before all I ever noticed were the similarities â€” hard-working, traditional, family-oriented…

Immigration, Palabra Final, Politics

Immigration Reform: Confusion Over the Bigger Issue

Sep 3, 2007, 3:07 PM 5

LatinaLista — Republican presidential hopeful, Arizona Senator John McCain, offered some telling remarks at a Sunday stop on an Iowa farm where he decided to talk about immigration. According to McCain: “We believe the comprehensive approach to immigration failed…

Immigration, Palabra Final, Politics

Unlike the U.S. Government, Elvira Has a Strategy About Forcing the Immigration Issue

Aug 29, 2007, 5:47 PM 12

LatinaLista — It never ceases to amaze us the level of incompetence that exists in the higher echelons of the U.S. government when it comes to long-range planning. We only have to look at two examples: the Iraq war…

Government, Palabra Final, Politics

Alberto Gonzales was Loyal to a Disgraceful Fault

Aug 27, 2007, 10:36 AM 9

LatinaLista — A lot of things can be said about the now former Attorney General Alberto Gonzales — and a lot of people are saying them. But if there was one point that no one can dispute, it was…

Media, Politics

Just In: Democratic Presidential Candidates Accept Univision’s Forum Invitation

Aug 15, 2007, 3:44 PM 4

LatinaLista — A press release from Univision and the University of Miami announce a full roster of Democratic presidential hopefuls have accepted the Spanish-language television’s network invitation to appear at the Democratic Presidential Candidate Forum.

Immigration, Palabra Final, Politics

Government Statistics Show a Border Fence Won’t Stop Illegal Entries

Aug 13, 2007, 9:42 AM 4

LatinaLista — A report over the weekend provided the statistical documentation to show that the increase in border security is working. The only problem is those same statistics provide an even stronger case as to why a border fence…

Global Views, Linking Latinas, Politics

A BiCultural, BiNational Political Junkie

Aug 1, 2007, 6:09 PM 0

By Sabrina De Santiago MEXICO: I have a confession to make, I am a junkie.

Immigration, Politics

GOP Resolution Finally Reveals what Republicans Fear from the Undocumented Hispanic Immigrants

Jul 31, 2007, 9:37 PM 0

LatinaLista — It was only a matter of time before the hardline GOP members would agree with the immigration reformists, and the day has finally arrived. In the words of Terry Strine, the Chairman of the Delaware Republican Party:…

Government, Politics

Is the Department of Homeland Security Really Looking for Terrorists in the U.S.?

Jul 30, 2007, 9:29 PM 1

LatinaLista We will lead the unified national effort to secure America. We will prevent and deter terrorist attacks and protect against and respond to threats and hazards to the nation. We will ensure safe and secure borders, welcome lawful…

Immigration, Palabra Final, Politics

Arizona’s Immigrant Hotline May be Legal, but Is It Right?

Jul 27, 2007, 5:38 PM 14

LatinaLista — In Arizona, anti-immigrant feelings run higher there than in any other border state. It’s gotten to the point where the local sheriff has installed a hotline for people to report suspected illegal immigrants. There’s nothing wrong with…

Immigration, Palabra Final, Politics

Breaking News: Democratic Congressman Says Immigration Reform Won’t be Touched for 6 Years

Jul 26, 2007, 2:27 PM 6

LatinaLista — Just when we thought there was relief on the horizon for the thousands of families being traumatized by immigration sweeps and an uncertain future, there comes word that the Democrats don’t have any plans on addressing the…

Palabra Final, Politics

Who Will Fulfill the Prophecy of the Latino Vote?

Jul 25, 2007, 6:32 PM 1

LatinaLista — Before the 2006 mid-term elections, there were some pretty angry Latino constituents. The only trouble — they were the wrong ones.

Can Republicans Salvage the Hispanic Vote?

Jul 23, 2007, 4:47 PM 3

LatinaLista — It all depends on whom you ask whether or not Republicans have used all nine of their (cat) lives when it comes to appealing to Latinos.

Education, Immigration, Palabra Final, Politics, Youth

Another Bill Gets Pulled from the Senate Floor — And Students Without Papers are Forced to Wait Longer For A College Education

Jul 18, 2007, 9:26 PM 6

LatinaLista — What happens when state legislators targeting undocumented immigrants decide to penalize the kids as well by not allowing them to pay in-state tuition for college? A school counselor comes to the rescue.

Palabra Final, Politics

Is it the Dawn of a New Political Beginning for Latinos?

Jul 17, 2007, 5:55 PM 6

LatinaLista — It used to be that when talk turned to political elections, the strength of the Latino vote always came into question. A viable threat or wishful thinking? Well, if the number of new citizenship applications is any…

General, Global Views, Politics, Women

Guatemalan Peace Prize Winner Rigoberta Manchu Says Her Presidential Campaign is a New Process for Guatemala

Jul 12, 2007, 8:09 PM 3

LatinaLista — Over 1,000 delegates from 43 countries and 34 states in the U.S. have converged on Dallas, TX this week for the 3rd International Women’s Peace Conference. Yet, the peace conference has been anything but peaceful, underscoring the…

Immigration, Palabra Final, Politics

Were Chertoff’s Recent Comments Another Attempt to Equate the Undocumented with Terrorists?

Jul 11, 2007, 6:38 PM 1

LatinaLista — The blogosphere is “abuzz” with the comments made yesterday by Secretary of Homeland Security, Michael Chertoff. It seems the Secretary, during face-time with the editorial board of the Chicago Tribune, stated matter-of-factly that the United States was…

Immigration, Palabra Final, Politics

Not Everyone Believes Driving Out the Undocumented is the Best Solution to a Broken System

Jul 6, 2007, 10:15 AM 5

LatinaLista — It was only a matter of time before advocates for the undocumented realized that the government was not the cavalry to come charging to the rescue of millions of undocumented living in a state of limbo. Just…

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