By Yifat Susskind Peace X Peace “They are among the most marginalized people, suffering at the hands of governments playing political games with their lives. In my travels to Cuba and Palestine, I have seen this firsthand.” *** “Blockade”…
LatinaLista — What is the state of Cuban cinema? How does the world see Cuban cinema? How do Cubans see their own film industry? These were three questions that served as the premise for a 2012 academic gathering between participants…
Culture, History, Music
Smithsonian museum needs public’s input to create “visual biography” of Celia Cruz for new exhibit
May 30, 2012, 1:55 PM 0
LatinaLista — For many Latinos, cuban-born, Queen of Salsa Celia Cruz was an iconic cultural treasure and epitomized the classic immigrant story involving discrimination, talent, perseverance and rise to success. Her story not only resonated with her fellow Latinos…
Great Plains, Local News
José Antonio Pantoja: Cuban artist turning brushes into oars of freedom
May 8, 2012, 10:01 AM 0
By Juan Miret Hispano de Tulsa A Cuban painter who dreamed about and planned his departure for 15 years now uses the Midwest as his new canvas. He could have chosen the home of Caribbean exile in the sunny…
Art, Books, General, Media, Politics
Cuban-born artist shares experience of Castro’s revolution in new graphic novel
May 19, 2010, 11:18 AM 0
LatinaLista — The Cuban Revolution was a time in history that remains vivid in the memories of some Cuban Americans. Stories of personal hardship, sacrifice, loss, risk and torture have been shared among the Cuban American community ever since…
Culture, Economy, Palabra Final
Obama administration passes new rules easing travel restrictions for Cuban Americans to Cuba
Mar 13, 2009, 12:19 PM 0
LatinaLista — There’s a new license being issued by the Treasure Department that targets Cuban Americans. However, it’s one license that’s bound to prove popular among those who still have family members back on the island. Map of Cuba…
Books, Business, Culture, History
Keeping the spirits of patriotism and family history alive
Sep 19, 2008, 4:32 PM 0
LatinaLista — The Bacardi family name is synonymous with rum. It is an association that has proven profitable financially, socially and politically. Yet, the Bacardi legacy entails more than just creating a well-known brand — it’s about sustaining a…
Immigration, Palabra Final, Politics
Republican Presidential Candidates Use Illegal Immigration to Divide Latino Electorate
Dec 18, 2007, 10:52 PM 30
LatinaLista — While Spanish may be considered the one unifier among all Latinos, it will be politics, now more than ever, that will divide the Latino electorate. This became painfully obvious before and during the Republican presidential candidate forum…
