california politics
For first time in history, both State House and Senate headed by Latinos in California
*California State Senate President Pro Tem Kevin de Leon and Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon have become leaders of the California legislature, the first time in history that Latinos head both chambers. […]
The term ‘Asian’ may be overly broad but California is stuck with it
*This is very interesting! Many immigration projections have Asians surpassing Latinos in the not too distant future. Already, Asian immigration is growing at a fast pace. A recent letter to […]
In American politics, se habla español
*The use of Spanish in American politics is not new. Latinos, especially Mexican-Americans, have known this for generations. In fact, I’d say that part of the problem with low Latino […]
California’s Xavier Becerra drops Senate ambitions, aims for House leadership post
*Becerra may be betting on the outcome of the 2016 congressional election. If the Democrats regain the majority he could be in line for a prominent leadership position. VL By […]
Loretta Sanchez enters 2016 Senate race in California counting on her Latino roots
*It wasn’t the most smooth campain launch. Loretta Sanchez said she hdn’t made her mind up, then an anouncement advisory was leaked, and taken back. Then yesterday Sanchez made her […]
Loretta Sanchez and the Growth of Latino Political Power in California
*The Latino political surge in California goes back to 1994 and Prop. 187. Loretta Sanchez rode the wave of a Latino political uprising against the proposition and scored a political […]
California plans to issue 1.4 million driver’s licenses to undocumented immigrants under new law
*According to the California law, proof of California residency, ID, fingerprints and passing a test is all that’s needed. VL By Fox News Latino CALIFORNIA (FOX 40) – California Division […]
In California Race, a Latina Democrat Carries Hopes of Her Party and People
*All eyes are on Anamda Renteria in California. She’s put together an impressive campaign. VL By Sheryl Gay Stolberg, New York Times SANGER, Calif. — “Ya es tiempo — you […]
How Gloria Molina changed Latina politics and history
By Tony Castro, Voxxi Gloria Molina is a name that has become synonymous with Latina politics in California. She not only changed Latina politics, some say she invented it. The […]
Politics Counts: Why Texas Could Flip Quickly From Red to Blue
By Dante Chinni, Wall Street Journal For students of politics and demographics, Texas has the look of a state in transition. Shifts in demographics aren’t just about race or ethnicity. […]