Cancel Cesar Chavez: Continue The Fight For Justice
Reading this week in The New York Times the allegations that Chavez raped Huerta and groomed and assaulted minor girls was devastating.
Monica Campbell: “Why Local News Still Matters and Why California Needs It”
At a time when many communities are losing their local papers, journalist and educator Monica Campbell says Californians still crave trustworthy information about their own neighborhoods. From her post at UC Berkeley, she’s helping train a new generation of reporters to rebuild public trust and keep local journalism alive.
Xavier Becerra’s California Comeback and Clash with the White House
Xavier Becerra is once again stepping onto familiar ground. After serving in Congress, leading California’s Department of Justice, and joining President Joe Biden’s Cabinet as Secretary of Health and Human Services, he is now seeking the governorship of his home state. His campaign marks both a return to local politics and a renewed confrontation with Donald Trump, now back in the White House.
¡Presente! Angelica Salas channels struggle into fearless leadership
Angelica Salas has long been a leading advocate for immigrant rights in Los Angeles. Since becoming Executive Director of the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (CHIRLA) in 1999, she has transformed the organization into one of the most powerful immigrant-led advocacy groups in the country.
Latino Representation on the Line as California Weighs Map Overhaul
California’s plan to redraw its congressional map could reshape Latino political power in key regions from the Central Valley to San Diego. Supporters say it is needed to counter gerrymanders in other states while critics warn it could undo recent gains in Latino representation.
California Latinos Face Health Emergency Under Trump
“The Latino community, already tends to use medical services much less. And now, with this restriction, even fewer people will be able to access care”
Latinas Contribute to $1.3 Trillion in U.S GDP
“These daughters and granddaughters of immigrants are combining the extraordinary and selfless work ethic of their elders with rapid growth of human capital to give life to the U.S. economy,” said Dr. Hayes Bautista.
Voting is a social determinant of health
Voting is often viewed through the lens of civic duty and political engagement, but it plays a crucial role in shaping the social determinants of health (SDOH).
Latino News Network: Planting Seeds In News Deserts
“As other news outlets are forced to retreat, we are meeting the challenge and advancing,” said Hugo Balta, Publisher of LNN.