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A Look at Taiwan’s Diplomatic Isolation in the Americas (And the World)
An explanation of the tug of war between China and Taiwan, and how it all plays out in Latin America.
Feeling the Bern in Nevada (OPINION)
Sanders comes to Vegas.
In Wake of School Shooting, Brazil’s Anti-Crime Bill Could Bring More Tragedy, Experts Warn
The set of proposals that aim to increase the state’s capacity to fight organized crime, corruption and urban violence was presented to Brazilian governors in early February by Minister of Justice Sérgio Moro.
Indigenous Communities in Colombia Shut Down Pan-American Highway
The blockade of the continent’s most important highway has cost millions of dollars and left one officer dead and 16 people injured in the wake of a violent crackdown.
Beyond the Wall: How US Law Discriminates Against Disabled Immigrants and Refugees
Whatever one’s view on immigration, it’s important to understand the impact imposed on disabled immigrants and refugees.
Trump, Bolsonaro Swap Praise, Soccer Jerseys at Washington Meeting
In visiting the White House, Bolsonaro hoped to strengthen trade, investments and military collaboration with the United States.
Puerto Ricans in Chicago: The Stories of Struggle and Survival Go On
Chicago is home to one of the nation’s largest and most organized Puerto Rican communities in the United States.
How Border Communities Support One Another (OPINION)
While Trump’s razor wire, rhetoric, and “national emergency” are an unwelcome and menacing display of fear and deception, U.S.-Mexico border communities will always be linked and continue to provide socorro for one another.
An Open Letter to Presidential Candidates From #Power4PuertoRico
We strongly urge you to publicly support the following policy priorities.
‘Low Numbers’ From Puerto Rico Gov’t Pushed Harvard Group to Continue Hurricane María Death Toll Study
Research team explained to officials that it would not have been necessary to estimate deaths based on surveys if Demographic Registry data had been available.
Anti-Hate Resolution Initially Excludes Latinos: Why? (OPINION)
As a nation, we should do no less for a people who have given so much and yet have been recognized for so little.
Cubans Take to Facebook to Air Grievances Over New Visa Restrictions
The recent change will require Cubans to visit a third country —Mexico or Panama— before traveling to the United States.
For Native Americans, US-Mexico Border Is an ‘Imaginary Line’ (OPINION)
“Our relatives are all considered ‘aliens,’” said the Yaqui elder and activist José Matus. “They’re not aliens…. They’re indigenous to this land.”
Speaking Spanish Is a Subversive Act (OPINION)
A lesson in solidarity and resistance.
The Draft Blueprint on Chicanismo for the Next 50 Years
The document below derives from the panel on Chicanismo in the Americas held November 17, 2018, during the conference commemorating the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights hearing, which occurred 50 years ago in San Antonio, Texas.
LATINOS OUT LOUD Interviews Our Digital Media Editor Amanda Alcántara About Her Upcoming Book ‘Chula’
During the interview, they discuss some of the surprising inspirations behind the book and facing the fear of publishing independently.
107 Detained in Anti-Government Protests in Nicaragua
Since the first anti-government student protests erupted in April 2018, more than 300 people have died while mobilizing.
Remembering Marielle Franco a Year After Her Assassination
The latest from the Latin America News Dispatch podcast.
Stranded in Tijuana
FROM LATINO USA: Inside a shelter for unaccompanied minors.