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Marc Anthony, Rosario Dawson, Alejandro Sanz, Paulina Rubio and Cucu Diamantes and Yerba Buena Elaborate on their Participation at the Latino 2009 Inaugural Gala; Artists Underscore Historic Nature of Barack Obama’s Inauguration and the Unprecedented Opportunity to Unite the Latino Community and the Country

Many of the top-name artists who will be participating in the upcoming 2009 Latino Inaugural Gala were enthusiastic about elaborating on the reasons for their participation and what they see as a once-in-a-lifetime coming together of the Latino community, both political and artistic, geared towards one single goal:  Celebrating the change that Latinos helped bring […]

Jennifer Lopez Confirms Participation at Latino Inaugural Gala; George Lopez Confirms

The Latino Inaugural Gala Planning Committee announced today the participation of international super star Jennifer Lopez, and renowned, ground-breaking comedian George Lopez, both of whom join an all-star cast of world-celebrated artists and celebrities. Other celebrated artists, performers and distinguished journalists who are scheduled to participate in Sunday’s festivities Marc Anthony, Alejandro Sanz, Paulina Rubio, […]

Obama pledges better relations to Mexico's Calderón

Yesterday, U.S. President-elect Barack Obama held his first meeting with a foreign leader since his November election. Obama met with Mexico’s president, Felipe Calderón, in an effort to strengthen U.S. ties between the two countries. Obama promised to nurture close ties with its southern neighbor and other Latin American countries. Many in Latin America feel […]

Don Omar, NFL All-Star Tony Gonzalez, Yerba Buena attending Latino Inaugural Ball

The 2009 Latino Inaugural Gala committee announced today the participation of ground-breaking reggaeton artist, Don Omar, as well as NFL All-Star Tony Gonzalez of the Kansas City Chiefs among the slate of celebrated artists and entertainers confirmed to participate in the festivities taking place on Sunday, January 18, 2009 at Union Station (www.LatinoInauguralGala2009.org/tickets).  These celebs […]

The Economic Crisis & Hispanics

As the country undergoes the worst economic crisis in history, like the rest of Americans; Latinos are being affected. In a study conducted by the Pew Hispanic Center of 1,540 Latino adults, nine percent of Latino homeowners said they missed a mortgage payment or were unable to make a full payment, and three percent say […]

Pelosi Applauds Congressional Hispanic Caucus

Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi congratulates the leadership of the Hispanic Caucus for making history this election. Pelosi believes with the leadership of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, change can be made for Hispanics and all Americans in important areas for economy, education, health care, and environment. She welcomes two new Members, Congressmen Ben Ray […]

Florida's Marco Rubio Set Run for Senate in 2010?

Florida’s Marco Rubio Set Run for Senate in 2010 following Jeb Bush’s announcement? Following Jeb Bush’s decision to not run for Senate, word is buzzing that Former House Speaker Marco Rubio, of West Miami, is certain to run for the U.S. Senate in 2010. Rubio who is Florida’s first Cuban-American House speaker from 2006-2008, said […]

More stars confirmed for 2009 Latino Inaugural Gala

Excitement continues to build for the 2009 Latino Inaugural Gala – “Celebrando El Cambio – Renewing America’s Promise” as additional Latino artists and entertainers such as Alejandro Sanz, Lila Downs, Michael Salgado, Rosie Perez, Luiz Guzman, Wilmer Valderrama, Adam Rodriguez and Angelica Vale confirm their participation in the festivities scheduled for Sunday, January 18, 2009 […]

Richardson's Withdrawl Disappoints Latinos

Following Bill Richardson’s announcement of his withdrawal as nominee for commerce secretary in Obama’s administration, Latinos have been left feeling disappointed because many viewed the New Mexico governor as their biggest leader and representative in Washington. Although Hilda Solis and Ken Salazar have already been named to fill Cabinet positions, Richardson’s absence will surely be […]

Becerra to Replace Richardson?

Becerra, a member of the powerful House Ways and Means Committee and the House Committee of the Budget, turned down Obama’s earlier offer to be U.S. Trade Representative because he did not want to give up his House seniority. Recently, he also was elected to serve in the House democratic leadership making him the highest […]