The days September 15 and 16 are special holidays in the history of Latin America. It is important to discuss the meaning of these days when, for too many people in the U. S., because of money-hungry advertisers, the days are now comprised of beer commercials and Latino stereotypes. A hidden meaning is the unity that diverse racial groups played in organizing for their “independence.” Continue reading
An editorial in the Los Angeles times today calling on Governor Brown to sign Ab-60 and calling on Congress to enact comprehensive immigration reform. Further, we continue to see forward steps such as the passage of the Trust Act . Continue reading
| What an exciting year it has been for immigrant communities. The TRUST Act, Domestic Workers’ Bill of Rights, and Driver’s License are all heading to Governor Brown’s desk, and awaiting action, while many other immigrant bills have already been signed into law. Continue reading |
One more step in creating spaces of justice in California – regardless of what happens on the federal level. See Link.
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The Latino and Latina Roundtable will hold its bi-monthly membership meeting this Saturday, September 14th at 1 PM, Pitzer College Broad Center Room 208 (1050 N. Mills Ave.) in Claremont. See event. Continue reading
Good article on what a huge mistake it would be for the U. S. to wage war on Syria. This is a civil war. Al Qaeda-affiliated groups are part of the so-called rebel force but this appears to be Continue reading
By Jose Zapata Calderon
POSTED: 09/06/13, 11:05 AM PDT | Read this article in the Daily Bulletin
The Daily Bulletin editorial “Economic injustice in Pomona” (Sept. 5) is on the right track in proposing solutions to the growing street violence in the city that include the creation of a climate where community residents have some trust in their city officials and where Pomona becomes “a city of opportunity.” Continue reading
No good news. Alejo has caved in to requiring a marked license. I just got news that: Continue reading