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Honduras Arrests First ‘Intellectual Author’ of 2016 Assassination of Berta Cáceres
The murder of the environmental and indigenous rights activist sparked worldwide outrage and placed pressure on the Honduran government.
The Lessons Our Comunidad Can Learn From the East LA Blowouts
We should take the 50th anniversary of the Blowouts as an opportunity to reflect, because there will never be as much attention placed on them again.
NHMC Pre-Oscars Protesters Demand Latinx Inclusion
“Whoever controls the stories controls reality in society, and that’s also why the shift is not happening.”
The US Census Bureau Keeps Confusing Race and Ethnicity
As a sociologist who specializes in research on social inequalities, I believe this way of capturing race and ethnicity undermines the country’s ability to serve vulnerable communities.
Thoughts and Prayers: My Speech to the UN’s Annual Conference on Cultural Diplomacy
Assault weapons are used to kill people. In schools. In churches. At concerts. In offices. In malls. Anywhere large groups gather to learn or pray or work or be entertained.
Lesly Kahn’s ‘Rosa Ramirez’ Fiasco, ‘Oscars So White’ Protest and Net Neutrality (PODCAST)
Latino Rebels Radio, March 3, 2018.
US Ambassador to Mexico Will Step Down in May
Roberta Jacobson, who served the post just under two years, has more than three decades of experience in the region.
Immigrant Farmworker Who Was Detained Leaving Health Clinic Has Been Released on Bond
Community support secures José Luis Cordova’s release from immigration detention.
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My father told me things/As I came of age
Five Undocumented Youth and One Ally Arrested at Peaceful DC Protest, Concluding 250-Mile March
Immigrants and allies marched from the National Mall to the crossroad between the Supreme Court and the Capitol to demand permanent protection for undocumented youth
The Story of Amir Adi’s Deportation Is Heartbreaking (VIDEO)
From Obama to Trump.
Honduran Former First Lady Arrested on Embezzlement Allegations
According to investigators for the National Anti-corruption Council, Rosa Elena Bonilla deposited over half a million dollars of state funds into her own bank account in January 2014.
Data From Puerto Rico Institute of Statistics Confirms Excess Deaths After Hurricane María
“The total number of deaths above average in September, October and November was 1,230, according to Alexis Santos, a demographer at Pennsylvania State University.”
Democratic Leaders Requested an Investigation Into DEA-Led Operations in Mexico
The lawmakers asked the inspectors general at the Justice and State Departments to investigate a series of attacks.
In Letter to Trump, NYC-Based Immigrant Arts Coalition Criticizes Decision to Change USCIS Mission Statement
“Your words, and your actions, matter.”
NHMC’s Alex Nogales on Lesly Kahn’s ‘Rosa Ramirez’ Acting Advice: ‘Shame on You’
“You should be deeply ashamed of yourself for the outrageous, insensitive comments.”
Colombian Rebel Group Announces Ceasefire for Elections
The Marxist ELN rebel group announced Monday morning that it will enforce a four-day unilateral ceasefire during Colombia’s March 11 congressional elections.
The Supreme Court Ruled That Detained Immigrants Can’t Get Bond Hearings While in Detention
It’s not a victory for immigrants rights groups.
No Shock or Awe About ‘Acting’ Latinx
One problem with wholesale, national adoption of the term is its inconsistent meanings.
ICE Targets Undocumented Immigrants Who Share Story in the Media
Immigration agents claimed they pursued activist Maru Mora-Villalpando when they found her name and story in a local newspaper, labeling her an “anti-ICE” activist.
Plans for Mexican President to Visit White House Fall Apart After Heated Call With Trump
Preliminary arrangements for outgoing Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto’s first visit to the Trump White House were set aside last week.