‘Politically Correct’: The Phrase Has Gone From Wisdom To Weapon
‘Politically Correct’: The Phrase Has Gone From Wisdom To Weapon
*I’ve been thinking about this a lot since the start of the presidential election. And yes, the term “politically correct” has been weaponized and diverts important issues to banal arguments. […]
Lack of Latino Nominees in Trump’s Cabinet Is Not Surprising
*There are two Latinos, Dr. Elsa Murano and Abel Maldonado who are said to be in the running for Secretary of Agriculture. But Trump’s own Ag advisory council wants a farmer […]
The Top 5 Global Events That Shaped 2016
*A quick read to wrap the year. It’s a small world. VL By Stratfor (2 minute read) This year proved to be a particularly interesting one on the geopolitical stage. Although […]
Latino-Heavy California becomes heart of anti-Trump resistance
*The legal battles will be led by California Attorney General Xavier Becerra. VL By Rafael Bernal, The Hill (4 minute read) California’s political leaders are gearing up to lead progressive […]
A Latina is in contention to be Trump Secretary of Agriculture
*Elsa Murano, 57, is a former undersecretary of Agriculture. The Cuban-born Texan is a former President of Texas A&M University. VL By Chris Clayton, The Progressive Farmer (3 minute read) […]
The Trump Latino cabinet watch is ongoing
By Victor Landa, NewsTaco So far, still nothing. There have been sightings, though. Politico reports that “On Monday, Trump met with Luis Quinones, a member of his Hispanic Advisory Council […]
President-Elect Donald J. Trump Appoints Dr. Peter Navarro to Head the White House National Trade Council
*It’s a Latino appointment, but it’s not a cabinet position. VL By Margot Roosevelt, Orange County Register (2.5 minute read) Peter Navarro, a UC Irvine business professor who became one […]
Jovita Carranza in mix to be Trump’s U.S. trade rep
*There’s one! Maybe. Former Postal Service Administrator and former Deputy Director of the Small Business Administration Jovita Carranza met with Donald Trump for 11 minutes yesterday. The speculation is that […]
Lack of Latinos in Trump Presidential Cabinet Would Mark Alarming and Historic Step Backwards for Nation
*”At least one Latino has served in a presidential cabinet position since 1988, including a total of three during President George W. Bush’s two terms in office” -NALEO NALEO PRESS RELEASE […]
Latinos stand with Democrats, and will shape nation’s political future
* I’m going to hold my judgement of the Democratic Party until I see some change. Remember the GOP “autopsy?” The one that said they needed to be more inclusive, […]