Laughter, fear and Trump at the Spanish-language circus
Laughter, fear and Trump at the Spanish-language circus
*Why you should read this: Because it’s a good story. Because it shows the Trump effect from an unexpected place – circus attendance is down because of fear of deportation. […]
The face of Latin American migration is rapidly changing. US policy isn’t keeping up
*Why you should read this: Because Trump’s rhetoric has been specifically anti-Mexican, but migration from there is at a standstill. Because Trump’s policies address a perceived problem from a past […]
For Mexico the U.S. relationship is about trade, immigration and dignity
By Victor Landa, NewsTaco (2.5 minute read) NAFTA, the Trumpian border wall and gun trade all came to a head for Donald Trump and his plans for relations with Mexico. We […]
Champurrado Holiday Drink — It’s “DeAquella/Awesome”
*Because it’s that time of year. Also, did you know that champurrado is a type of porridge? VL By Adán Medrano, Adán’s Blog This Champurrado holiday drink recipe is lush, […]
Our Lady of Guadalupe Is a Powerful Symbol of Mexican Identity
*According to the Catholic Church, the apparition happened 10 years after the Spanish conquest of Mexico was complete. So yes, Guadalupe is symbolic of the violent birth of a new […]
‘Door of Hope’ Event Opens Wall That Splits Families
*Do yourself a favor, read the entire article. It’s a good read. VL By Bianca Quilantan, New America Media (7 minute read) Laura Avila and her daughter Laura Vera Martinez waited […]
Business, Government Leaders On Both Sides Of Border Brace For Trade Negotiations
*NAFTA was in Trump’s crosshairs since the beginning of his campaign. Everyone’s expecting big changes. VL By Jorge Valencia and Rodrigo Cervantes, Fronteras (1.5 minute read) MEXICO CITY — Business leaders and politicians […]
The War of Santa Anna’s Leg Takes a Big Step Forward
*And then there’s this. It has nothing to do with the election, thank goodness, but that leg needs to go home. *smirk* VL By Will Conneros, The Wall Street Journal (5.5 […]
10 things to know and misconceptions about Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead
*One of the things not on the list is that in Mexico, where the celebration originated, the word “los” is not in the name, it’s simply Dia de Muertos. Here […]
Acapulco Beach Vendor Sells Empanadas in 10 Languages
*Check this kid out. He’s 15 and now has had many job offers since the story and a video went viral. VL By Mexico News Daily (3 minute read) A […]
