The GOP problem? They created their own monster

The GOP problem? They created their own monster

NewsTaco November 24, 2014

By Victor Landa, NewsTaco In a particular corner of the American political landscape Republicans have every right to be upset. In that corner, tucked between their indignation and disbelief, his […]

Elena Poniatowska: ‘As a Mexican, I Am Ashamed’

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*The author of “Noche de Tatelolco” says that the murder of 48 students in Guerrero, Mexico is worse than the 1968 killings in Mexico City. ” … the country should […]

For immigrant advocates, both thanks and disappointment flow

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*Arguably, it was DREAMer activism and pressure that forced President Obama’s hand on immigration. So it’s not surprising that a prevalent sentiment among DREAMer ranks is that Mr. Obama took […]

Obama on Immigration: A first step six years in the making

NewsTaco November 20, 2014

By Victor Landa, NewsTaco It’s an announcement six years in the making, a slow cook by modern political timing. What President Obama will say tonight regarding immigration is no mystery. […]

Latinos Find Home Through Photography

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*A poignant question put to immigrants: *”Why are you always dreaming of going back and not living in the present?” The idea is that the immigrant lives in an imaginary space, […]

White House targets immigration rollout at Latino viewers

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*Things to keep in mind as you read this: Immigration is an issue of national importance, it’s not just a “Latino” issue. Not all Latinos watch Univision. Latinos are just […]

Rep. Linda Sanchez Elected To Lead Congressional Hispanic Caucus

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*This was a bit of a shuffle. Rep. Ben Ray Lujan was in line for this position, but he was pegged by Nancy Pelosi to head the DCCC. The Caucus […]

4 Things You Didn’t Know About Tomatoes That You Can Learn From The ‘Food Chains’ Documentary

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*Eric Schlosser explains: There is so much interest in food these days, but little interest in the people who bring us the food. Check it out, starting Nov. 21. VL […]

The sinister secret life of the ‘imperial couple’ of Iguala

NewsTaco November 19, 2014

*According to this report, the Mayor if Iguala’s wife had family ties to a drug cartel. She’s accused of ordering the disappearance of 43 protesting students because they interfered with […]

Guacamole… Valle de Guadalupe Style A Recipe by Chef Bossuet

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*Take your guacamole up a notch or so. VL By Brenda Storch, La Vitamina T This is one of my favorite souvenirs to our trip to Valle de Guadalupe in […]