Trump Sends Chilling Message to Immigrants Declaring English Official Language
By Sunita Sohrabji Mar 18, 2025 “The message being sent to immigrant communities is that we don’t belong, and that we should have no expectation of getting assistance from the Government.” – Marita Etcubanez, AAAJ/AAJC President Donald Trump has declared English the official language of the US, raising concerns about the accessibility of essential government […]
Would I Live in a Container or Tiny House?
Living in a home with over 1900 square feet and shrinking to under 250 is a little jarring. Recently, I sought to learn more about this topic, like many others. Before discussing my experience, here’s why downsizing is becoming popular. There is concern about the environmental impact of living in full-sized houses. First, the area […]
Viviría en un contenedor o en una casa diminuta?
Vivir en una casa con más de 1900 pies cuadrados y reducirse a menos de 250 es un poco discordante. Recientemente, busqué aprender más sobre este tema, como muchos otros. Antes de hablar de mi experiencia, he aquí por qué la reducción de personal se está volviendo popular. Existe preocupación por el impacto ambiental de […]
How Will DEI Bans Affect U.S. Small Businesses?
Since Trump’s termination of federal diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, small businesses nationwide are expected to take a major hit. Since Trump’s termination of federal diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, small businesses nationwide are expected to take a major hit. The executive orders issued during Trump’s first week of office in late January […]
Celebrating the Legacies of Cesar Chavez and Dolores Huerta
The Cesar Chavez and Dolores Huerta Committee of Tarrant County is dedicated to promoting education, social justice, community involvement, and leadership. Their mission is inspired by the powerful spirit of “Si Se Puede” (“Yes, It Can Be Done”) demonstrated by Cesar Chavez and Dolores Huerta. Establishing a Local Holiday In the spring of 2000, a […]
Texas Rallies for Immigrants
Fort Worth, Texas: A few weeks ago, I spoke with an anonymous undocumented student who started to become emotional when talking about her concerns for herself and her family. This unnamed student is like many Mexican immigrant students on the DACA program, hoping to get an education to help them succeed in their chosen career path. […]
Creative Easter Cakes
Celebrate the holiday with tasty desserts and time with family (Family Features) Sweet, delicious treats make Easter celebrations magical, putting the final touch on brunch, lunch or dinner gatherings. Whether your crowd enjoys the sweet-tart combination of fruit-infused cakes, mini bundts with personalized decorations or rich, creamy cheesecake, the dessert table is sure to be […]
Could This Happen Again? In the Texas Desert, a WWII Era Internment Camp Unites Asians, Latinos
By Mary Jo McConahay Courtesy Ethnic Media Services Survivors of the State Department operation called “Quiet Passages” returned to the grounds of this erstwhile concentration camp just 35 miles from the Mexican border. Above: Kazumu Naganuma stands in front of a map of the Crystal City internment camp, where up to 4000 captives lived, including […]
Democrats Disrupt Trump’s Congressional Address with Shouts and Walkouts
By Sunita Sohrabji Mar 5, 2025 During his 100-minute speech to Congress, Trump failed to substantively address two of his key issues on the campaign trail: immigration and the economy. After three months of contemplating the fate of their party following a brutal election cycle, Democrats displayed a united show of force March 4 evening […]
Felicitaciones al Diputado Estatal Ramón Romero
El viernes 28 de febrero, la comunidad de Fort Worth se reunió en el Fort Worth Club para honrar a uno de los suyos. Ramón Romero ha sido elegido como Presidente del Caucus Legislativo México-Americano en la Cámara de Representantes de Texas. El Director de Relaciones Gubernamentales de la Universidad de Texas en Arlington fue […]