The Univision/Reuters/Zogby poll released on Tuesday said that 78 percent of a sample of 1,016 Latino likely voters favored Sen. Obama, with 13 percent supporting McCain, an Arizona senator.The poll, which was conducted between October 30 and November 2, found that 54 percent of respondents said the economy and jobs were the most important issue […]
Polls Indicate Latinos Overwhelmingly Support the Democratic Presidential Ticket
November 4, 2008 By
Senator Barack Obama Promises to Address Immigration Reform During his First Year in Office
October 30, 2008 By
Feet in Two Worlds, reports that in an exclusive interview with the Spanish-language newspaper La Opinion, the Democratic candidate said he intends to “guarantee that [immigration reform] will not be used as a political football” and added that he was “committed” to putting together “a recipe” for immigration reform “starting in my first year” in […]
Are Latinos Changing the Face of the "Real America"?
October 29, 2008 By
It is the question that undoubtedly came to mind to many Latinos last week as Republican Vice Presidential Nominee, Sarah Palin explained how excited she was to visit the “real America.” At a fundraiser in North Carolina she declared that she loved to visit the “pro-America” areas of the country. She added, “We believe that […]
Why Latinas Need to Vote this Election!
October 28, 2008 By
Latinas have made great strides in increasing their political participation and are increasingly running for office. However we must not be complacent and continue to increase the number of Latinas who vote and run for office. This report written by Teresita Rodriguez from the Center for American Progress Action Fund demonstrates that Latinas and their […]
Barack Obama Makes Closing Argument to Latinos
October 27, 2008 By
This week Barack Obama makes his final push with Latino voters with the launching of an ad featuring him speaking directly to the camera in Spanish, a first for any presidential candidate. In addition tomorrow night, Univision will air his 30 minute in Spanish message along with other major English Language networks.”Barack Obama: Historias Americanas,” […]
We Must Protect The Rights of Latino Voters, Regardless of Their Political Affiliation
October 24, 2008 By
Guest Blooger: Sylvia Trujillo,Chair of the Hispanic National Bar Association’s Project Safe and Fair Elections (Project SAFE). A historic election is just around the corner. The significance for the Latino community will be particularly pronounced and not for the obvious reason. We will learn on November 4th whether or not we as a democracy stand […]
Controversy Over Social Security No Match Rule
October 23, 2008 By
The United States Chamber of Commerce believes that this initiative enacted today by The Department of Homeland Security,” will have an adverse effect on our economy and national security.” This afternoon, Department of Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff delivered a state of immigration address. He announced that the agency was formally issuing the Social Security […]
Can Barack Obama Win the Catholic Vote?
October 22, 2008 By
Last week ,we told you that Barack Obama has been able to gain support among support among Latino Evangelical Christians, a group that came out in strong numbers for George W.Bush in 2004. Many wondered whether groups such as these would support Obama due to his stance on social issues such as abortion. Polls now […]
New Documentary Urges Minority Women to Vote.
October 21, 2008 By
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eLzt4YV8ePA] The Documentary titled, “Engage Her: Getting Minority Women to Lead and Vote,” features Latina trailblazer, Dolores Huerta and other prominent Latinas such as Maria Theresa Petersen, Executive Director of Voto Latino.The documentary was released by a new organization called Engage Her,it points to the fact that campaigns do not generally target females who belong […]
Latinos, College Affordability and the Next President
October 20, 2008 By
A recent study found that Latinos face great obstacles in their quest to acquire a college education. Barack Obama and John McCain both have plans that promise to make college more affordable and accessible. However, Barack Obama’s plan seems to address the unique circumstances Latinos face more effectively than John McCain’s… Financing college education is […]
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