America Lacks Multicultural Literature
NewsTaco May 12, 2014
*There are wonderful, brilliant Latino writers in the U.S. But editors, publishers, press decision makers, not so much – at least not in the big-box bookselling universe. All the more […]
An Assessment of Gabriel Garcia Marquez’ Contributions
NewsTaco
By Jorge Ponce, NewsTaco Gabriel Garcia Marquez, known to millions as simply “Gabo,” passed away on April 17, 2014, at age 87. Many praised him. Others, especially in the Cuban-American […]
Jack Agüeros, a Champion of El Barrio, Dies at 79
NewsTaco May 9, 2014
*If you don’t know who Jack Agüeros was, take some time to find out. He was a fierce activist and wonderful poet. He fought for NYC barrios with his actions […]
It’s Not “Way Too Early” to Learn the “ABC” of Diversity, ¡Olé!
Mary Mata May 8, 2014
By Elio Leturia, Huffington Post Latino Voices When the media use images of ethnic groups to entertain their audiences, they take many risks. Two TV stations took those risks on Cinco […]