A Dark Place in History Emmett y Santo
This week, Santos Rodriguez and Emmett Till were remembered for the darkest reasons.
Our Common Bonds (Numero Dos)
From the day we are born until the day we die, our lives are primarily defined by 2 identifying documents, our birth certificate, and our death certificate.
Our Common Bonds
If you are an American of Mexican descent and were born in West Texas in the early part of the 1950’s, here’s a few things we might have in common.
Multiculturalism Means More Not Less
Regina identifies as biracial – Black and Latina, a Mexican-American with a bit of Southern Italy sprinkled into her ancestry. Tyrone is Filipino.
In California, A Long and Pivotal History of Interracial Marriage
As interracial marriage becomes more accepted and common nationally, California stands out.
Imaging a Multi-Racial City After a Political Earthquake
Weeks after leaked tape of four Latino leaders expressing racist views about political power sharing in Los Angeles rocked the city, prompting the resignation of the city council president, the reverberations are far from over.
Remembering Gus with Efrain
In 1977 the gas price was about .62 cents a gallon; you could buy a loaf of bread anywhere from 33 to 49 cents.
A Song for Cesar
On Saturday, September 10th, my wife and I attended the Fort Worth screening of the new Documentary “A song for Cesar” at the Rose Marine Theatre.
Texas Civil War Museum
Fort Worth thankfully has many museums to chose from whenever you’re in the mood for a little adventure.
History is Present: The Artistic Legacy of Sam Z. Coronado Continues
Chicano screen printers like Sam Z. Coronado, used their art to amplify marginalized voices and to redefine and express their cultural heritage. He was also an educator who created more accessible art spaces. Although he died in 2013, his presence still lives on.