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Hispanic y Latino News :: November 20th, 2009 Edition :: 5 Minutes to Empowerment

Some U.S. Democrats see momentum building for an overhaul of immigration laws that would legalize millions of undocumented workers, but analysts say a crowded agenda and struggling economy may once again sink hopes for reform next year.

Democrats and Republicans deployed their heavy artillery Thursday in a heated congressional hearing to debate a bill seeking to end the travel ban to Cuba.

More Than 60,000 Americans in 45 States Organize for Immigration Reform

NAHJ Welcomes Dobbs’ Departure From CNN

3a parte serie especial – Los anti inmigrantes: el coro de la intolerancia

Eva Longoria Parker to Be Honored at MALDEF 35th Annual Los Angeles Awards Gala

Hispanic y Latino News :: November 6th, 2009 Edition :: 5 Minutes to Empowerment

Senate Democrats Thursday blocked a GOP attempt to require next year’s census forms to ask people whether they are U.S. citizens – Vitter’s attempts fail

Hispanic y Latino News :: November 5th, 2009 Edition :: 5 Minutes to Empowerment

Democrats push Pelosi to protect immigrants

Hispanic y Latino News/Info :: November 4th, 2009 Edition :: 5 Minutes to Empowerment

Mexican-born immigrant rights activist Jorge Mujica plans to challenge incumbent Rep. Dan Lipinski in next year’s Democratic primary for Illinois’ 3rd congressional district.

Hispanic y Latino News/Info :: November 2nd, 2009 Edition :: 5 Minutes to Empowerment

Democratic Party leaders meeting at a pre-election dinner Thursday announced their endorsement of Assemblyman Jose Peralta over Monserrate in the 2010 primary – NY

Hispanic y Latino News/Info :: October 30th, 2009 Edition :: 5 Minutes to Empowerment

LULAC Hails the Inclusion of Puerto Rico in the House Healthcare Bill

Sanchez sisters eyed by House ethics panel for alleged collusion – Linda and Loretta CA Democrats

Maurice Ferre pledges to help bring an end to “poisonous political games in Washington” – Releases second video with details of background and how he will approach the job of U.S. Senator

Rep. Crowley and Members of Congress to President: We Need Immigration Reform Now

Feet in 2 Worlds: Grand Central Publishing‏‏’s dedication to Latino storytelling, in English, celebrates universal experiences with a distinct Latino flair – Grand Central Publishing muestra una dedicación singular a través de su apoyo de autores latinos; cuyas obras en inglés y con los pies en dos mundos, celebran las riquezas de nuestras vidas

Hispanic y Latino News/Info :: October 17th, 2009 :: 5 Minutes to Empowerment

Media Matters for America has obtained evidence that CNN contributor Alex Castellanos’ political consulting firm, National Media, is the ad buyer for the insurance industry group America’s Health Insurance Plan’s (AHIP) new ad blitz attacking Democratic health reform plans.

Reforma Migratoria: “Sin movilización no ganamos esta batalla”: Congresista Gutiérrez

ACLU Comprehensive Immigration Reform Must Protect Privacy And Civil Liberties

CNN: Cada vez más parecida a Fox TV – A continuación pueden leer la declaración de Frank Sharry, director ejecutivo y fundador de America’s Voice, en torno a la serie “Latino in America” que CNN comienza a transmitir el 22 de octubre:

Hispanic y Latino News/Info :: October 7th, 2009 :: 5 Minutes to Empowerment

African-American, Latino and civil rights groups have launched an ad campaign aimed at pressuring moderate Democratic senators to support health care legislation that allows the government to sell insurance in competition with private industry.

Hispanic y Latino News/Info :: October 5th, 2009 :: 5 Minutes to Empowerment

Portada and EPMG Congratulate 2009 Hispanic Digital and Print Media Award

University of Rochester’s Memorial Art Gallery hosts celebration of vibrant Hispanic culture

Hispanic y Latino News/Info :: October 2nd, 2009 :: 5 Minutes to Empowerment

Former Miami Mayor Maurice Ferre is expected to announce Wednesday that he is running for the U.S. Senate, becoming only the second Hispanic Democrat to run statewide in Florida.

Rochester Hispanic Business Association honors Jacklyn Ortiz as business person of year

America’s Voice: Rep. Steve King throws free market under the bus, along with immigrants

DNC Announces Newly Elected Hispanic Caucus Leadership – Illinois Sen. Iris Y. Martinez (D-Ill.) Elected Chairwoman, Andres Ramirez Elected Vice Chairman

Hispanic y Latino News/Info :: September 28th, 2009 :: 5 Minutes to Empowerment

Sheriff Rogelio Dominguez is considering running for the Democratic nomination for Indiana governor in the 2012 elections.

Liberals seek health-care access for illegals – Fearful that they’re losing ground on immigration and health care, a group of House Democrats is pushing back and arguing that any health care bill should extend to all legal immigrants and allow illegal immigrants some access.

Hispanic y Latino News/Info :: September 15th, 2009 :: 5 Minutes to Empowerment

“Joe Wilson ganó”, afirma congresista demócrata Luis Gutiérrez

ICFJ to Create Web platform for Hispanic Community Radio Journalists to Share Programming

The head of the Georgia Association of Latino Elected Officials is scheduled to join a panel discussion on immigration reform at an Athens Area Democrats breakfast – Jerry Gonzalez

Hispanic y Latino News/Info :: September 10th, 2009 :: 5 Minutes to Empowerment

As the health care debate draws more hate against “illegal immigrant coverage”, the Democratic Senator charged with introducing immigration reform legislation is making more excuses instead of moving forward. – Sen. Charles Schumer

Payless ShoeSource Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month and Supports the Academic Dreams of Hispanic Youth With the Payless Inspiring Possibilities Scholarship Program

‘Politics Online: Tu Hablas Español?’ ElectionMall.com Provides Tools for Campaigns to Engage the Hispanic Population

Governor Discusses Water Reform at California Latino Water Coalition Press Conference

Hispanic y Latino News/Info :: August 18th, 2009

Young Latino Democrats group emerges – Young Latino Democrats of the San Fernando Valley

“Hispanic Karl Rove” Helps Shape Democratic Party “Centrist” Positions – Rev. Samuel Rodriguez

1,000 get update on health at Latino fair in Rochester, NY

Hispanic y Latino News/Info :: August 14th, 2009

A federal three-judge panel heard an appeal by LULAC Thursday against the Texas Democratic Party, charging that its delegate selection process dilutes the Latino vote

Maria Connie Castaneda takes personal pride as mayor of Brockport, New York

The Congressional Hispanic Caucus applauds the United States Senate for confirming Judge Sonia Sotomayor as Associate Justice on the nation’s Supreme Court.

Hispanic y Latino News/Info :: August 5th, 2009

Julian Lago, Icon of Journalism in Democratic Spain, Dies

NAHJ Condemns Venezuela Government Shutdown of Radio Stations; Opposes Proposed Sweeping ‘Media Crimes’ Law

Hispanic y Latino News/Info :: August 3rd, 2009

With Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa out of the governor’s race, the two leading candidates (Gavin Newsom y Jerry Brown) have amped up efforts to woo the critical Latino vote in next June’s gubernatorial Democratic primary.

Hispanic Alliance Urges Congress to Work Through Recess on Health

Maria Conchita Alonso Narrates New Documentary About Latin American Dictators And Immigration

Hispanic y Latino News/Info :: July 23rd, 2009

The Senate Democrat leading the push for immigration changes said Tuesday verifying the legal status of workers will require citizens and immigrants to prove they are legally eligible to hold jobs in the U.S.

Honduran military overthrew the democratically elected government of Manuel Zelaya two weeks ago there might have been a sigh of relief in the corporate board rooms of Chiquita banana,” writes journalist Nikolas Kozloff. “Earlier this year the Cincinnati-based fruit company joined Dole in criticizing the government in Tegucigalpa which had raised the minimum wage by 60%.” Kozloff goes on to trace Chiquita’s “long and sordid” political history in Central America.

Hispanic y Latino News/Info :: July 20th, 2009

30-year-old Jacklyn Ortiz wins Hispanic Business Person of the Year award – Rochester, New York

New Latino Democratic club forms Leader hopes to boost Latino participation in local politics – North County, California

Senator Menendez: La Voz de los Senadores Demócratas

Hispanic y Latino News/Info :: July 16th, 2009

San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom on Wednesday said state Sen. Alex Padilla will serve as chairman of his campaign for the Democratic gubernatorial nomination.

Hispanic y Latino News/Info :: July 14th, 2009

National Council of La Raza Board of Directors Unanimously Endorses Judge Sotomayor for the Supreme Court

Long-time political mover and shaker Joe Garcia -a Democrat from Miami Beach, was nominated Tuesday to be director of the Office of Minority Economic Impact for the U.S. Department of Energy.

Hispanic y Latino News/Info :: July 13th, 2009

So just who is Miguel Estrada? He’s a former federal court appointee of President George W. Bush. And he was the focal point of the judicial wars between Democrats and Republicans during the Bush administration.

Hispanic y Latino News/Info :: July 9th, 2009 (10 days worth)

Leahy, Sessions Announce Witness List For Sotomayor Hearing – scheduled to begin on July 13 at 10:00 a.m

Senator Pedro Espada Returns To Democrats, Ending New York Senate Stalemate – Espada and fellow Democratic Sens. Ruben Diaz and Hiram Monserrate said the end of the standoff is a victory for Latinos, providing them a greater voice in Albany

Grupo Salinas, Fundacion Azteca America, Azteca America and ICFJ Discuss Challenges to Latino Community at National Press Club in Washington DC –Presentation of White Paper “The State of Latinos: Census 2010″ Highlights the Importance of Being Properly Counted

Hispanic y Latino News/Info :: June 29th, 2009

Latino Democrats in the House and Senate officially endorsed Judge Sonia Sotomayor on Friday saying the appellate court judge and former prosecutor should be confirmed to sit as the first Hispanic on the U.S. Supreme Court.

CHC Prepares for Next Steps on Immigration Reform

The 13th Annual Mission Creek Music And Arts Festival In San Francisco Announces Line Up For CONVERGENCE MMIX Including Headliners Juan Son And Nacotheque And Special Guests Pop Noir. July 15th – July 25th

Hispanic y Latino News/Info :: June 24th, 2009

Local members of the New York Chapter of the National Society of Hispanic MBAs who recently completed graduate degrees were honored Tuesday by the chapter and the city of Rochester

Hispanic y Latino News : June 18th, 2009

Leaders in Milwaukee’s Latino community expressed outrage Wednesday that state Sen. Tim Carpenter (D-Milwaukee) and other Democrats removed provisions in the state budget that would allow some undocumented students to pay in-state college tuition and let illegal immigrants receive certificates that would allow them to legally drive.

New Book on Sonia Sotomayor by Margarita Amador

Hispanic y Latino News :: June 15th, 2009

More than $1.3 million in scholarships was awarded to 35 area Hispanic students tonight at the 14th Annual Gala and Scholarship Awards at the Hyatt Regency Rochester. – Rochester Hispanic Business Association – New York

The 13th Annual Mission Creek Music And Arts Festival In San Francisco Announces Line Up For CONVERGENCE MMIX Including Headliners Juan Son And Nacotheque And Special Guests Pop Noir. – July 15th through July 25th

CHC, CAPAC and Progressive Caucus Discuss Immigration Reform with Community Leaders

Number of Latino children surges in Sonoma County, California

21-City “Family Unity” Tour to Conclude First Leg in Chicago – Mother’s Day Event to Highlight Impact of Immigration Crisis on U.S. Families

Leaders of the Democratic majority in the U.S. House of Representatives regretted Friday that the recession has contributed to reducing the amount of aid going to Mexico to bolster its fight against powerful drug cartels.

Salvadoran President-Elect Pledges to Work With U.S. on Immigration

Hispanic Democrats – Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC) – will have their first West Wing meeting with President Obama on Wednesday morning to discuss immigration reform, according to Democratic sources.

Hispanic leaders in Chicago have met with Democrat Roland Burris and say they support him despite outstanding questions about his appointment to the U.S. Senate by disgraced former Gov. Rod Blagojevich.

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