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Migrant Caravan Finds Local Resistance in Tijuana
Disgruntled locals chanted “Out! Out!” and defensively sang Mexico’s national anthem, a sharp contrast to other Mexicans who have helped the caravan migrants on their arduous and long journey in the past few weeks.
Dear West Virginia University: From a Concerned Latinx Student
I understand we need to heal, that we need to recover from institutional exclusion, but how does a community heal when we lack resources that bring us together as a united coalition?
Border Angels and Their Allies Vow to Welcome Migrants in Tijuana
Latino Rebels Radio: November 18, 2018
Trump Supporters Join Right-Wing Mexicans to Attack LGBTQ and Honduran Refugees
As someone who was there attempting to dialogue and directly engage with the questions and concerns the protesters were raising, it was appalling to witness such vile hatred, misunderstanding, and racism towards the refugees.
Mijente Statement on Georgia Governor Race Decision
“Despite the divisiveness of Kemp’s campaign, we emerge from this election more united than ever.”
El ejemplo de las periodistas mexicanas (PODCAST en español)
In The Thick desde CDMX.
The Truth About Immigration: Asylum
A look at the facts about migrants seeking asylum in the United States, the legalities of doing so, and how the asylum process is supposed to work.
Counting Every Vote Amid Voter Suppression in Florida
While the blue wave swept across the country last week, you might have missed it if you live in Florida.
Argentina’s Senate Passes Widely Protested Austerity Budget
Given the government’s estimate of 23 percent inflation next year, the social spending reductions may reach as high as 35 percent.
Jorge Ramos Just Interviewed Justice Sonia Sotomayor and It Was Kind of Cool to Watch
As they say, the Boricua Justice is wicked smart.
Playas De Tijuana Residents Target Caravan: A Pathetic Assault on Humanity by a Bunch of Cowards
The call is out to surround the Caravan with love. Love overcomes hate.
Memphis Journalist Manuel Durán Wins Two-Week Stay of Deportation
Eleventh Circuit will consider legal arguments.
Elizabeth Acevedo Wins National Book Award for Young People’s Literature With Debut Novel ‘The Poet X’
This is a tremendous win for the AfroLatinas and Dominicanas everywhere who found themselves in the story of young Xiomara.
Columbus Comes Down: How a ‘Symbol of Atrocity’ Finally Became a Moment of Healing
A statue of explorer Christopher Columbus that stood for 45 years in downtown L.A.’s Grand Park was removed Saturday after a healing ceremony and speeches by Native Americans.
DC Visit by NAHJ President for Press Freedom Advocacy
The original meeting was initially requested to address CNN correspondent Jim Acosta’s credentials, treatment of minority journalists and all members of the press.
Death of Key Witness in Colombia Odebrecht Scandal Investigated for Poisoning
The construction company Odebrecht is at the center of a massive corruption scandal spanning Latin America and has admitted to paying bribes in 12 countries.
Fighting for Immigrant Rights in Vermont While ICE Targets Your Members
Latino Rebels Radio: November 15, 2018
DREAMer Held After Misdemeanor Arrest, Alleges Denial of HIV Medication in Detention
Held in the notorious Adelanto Detention Center, 24 year-old Osny Sorto is fighting deportation to Honduras. He has been in the United States since as he was 9 years old.
With Central American Migrants in Tijuana, Live Video Shows Mexicans Yelling ‘Mexico First’ and ‘Go Away’
“Our security is first,” a man in the video says in Spanish. “Mexico first. Our families first. Our nation first. Then them.”
Lawsuit Alleges ICE, DHS, and Vermont DMV Targeting Immigrant Leaders in Retaliation for Activism
Migrant Justice leaders at risk of deportation for engaging in protected First Amendment activity.