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How to finally increase the Latino vote so we finally make a difference, maybe
*Don’t let the headline fool you. Ray gives us a serious list of specific things that need to be done in order to increase Latino political participation. It boils down […]
Don’t culturally appropriate Cinco de Mayo or anything else
*Why you should read this: Because Ray Salazar has a bone to pick about silly Cinco de Mayo celebrations – “if wearing a cultural object requires you to explain why […]
After speaking with undocumented parents, I know what it means to be humbled
*Why you should read this: Because the experience of undocumented families affects us all in one way or another. VL By Ray Salazar, The White Rhino (2 minute read) […]
To the students who missed school on the Day without Immigrants Protest
*Why you should read this: Because there’s some good advice here. Because young Latinos have a lot of energy to better their world and we should be talking about how […]
The Obama Farewell speech failed to inspire
*I disagree with Ray on this. I think the president’s speech was well written and well delivered. It’s not tradition for a departing president to make bold statements in a […]
Why men of color need to do more than work hard
*Hard work is not enough, men of color need to be at the right place at the right time: “They need others to give them access to opportunities.” VL By […]
Teachers should not assign homework during winter break
*Here’s a piece your kids will love – because everyone needs a break. VL By Ray Salazar, The White Rhino (3 minute read) Last week, a DNAInfoChicago article highlighted that […]
How I’m teaching my children to deal with a Trump presidency
*Good advice that many parents are seeking in the wake of the election. VL By Ray Salazar, The White Rhino (2.5 minute read) My head was spinning at 12:30 a.m. […]
Chicago Public Schools students reveal resilience
*My pick for lunch break read of the day. Chicago teacher Ray Salazar shares some of his students’ inspiring personal essays. VL By Ray Salazar, The White Rhino (1 minute read, […]