I imagine that Barack and Michelle must be feeling well in Europe, because it seems that right now they are better appreciated on the other side of the ocean than in their own land. But that's the "American way," respect/disrespect, love/hate, with their political leaders.  more>

Lately, every time I hear or read the phrase "The American Dream," I feel uncomfortable.  Not because I no longer believe in it, but because I am not sure what it means in 2011. more>

The tragic disaster of the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire and the hundreds of young women it killed comes to surface during Women's History Month, reminding society that violence against women and women's rights still have a long way to go. more>

While reporters spend all their time telling us about Egypt, politicians in the United States are taking advantage of the fact that nobody is paying attention to other issues; the politicians are up to their old tricks in the Congress and state senates. more>

Each year, around 5,000 children and teens lose their lives to a firearm. Every one of those needless deaths is a tragedy that, after the shots ring out, becomes buried in the silence of daily life. more>

In the cold light of day, it is obvious that an increase in our population will give us greater political power and long-term visibility.  But what remains in question is whether or not we are prepared to confront the challenges of being the country's largest minority in the coming years. more>

The writer comments on how before, ignorance was based on not having or wanting to have access to information. Now, ignorance is based on consuming whatever information appeals to us and accepting it as gospel.

VIDEO :: A recent poll indicates a growing number of Americans incorrectly believe President Barack Obama is a Muslim, despite Obama's repeated statements that he is a Christian. more>

Thousands of students have unplugged themselves from their iPods and cell phones and PlayStations and started to talk, to listen and to participate in the reality that surrounds them. It's about time. more>

According to a wide-ranging report, by America's Voice, on Latino voters and this year's elections, those born in other countries whose primary language is Spanish make up the sector of the Latino community most vulnerable to the siren song of the Republicans and conservatives. more>

On an Internet blog there was a commentator who said that NY marathon winner Keflezighi was not a "real normal American" but just one more African runner, in spite of the fact that he grew up and trained in this country. more>

One of the reasons we are not seen as the largest minority group in the country is due to the fact that the Latino community has been a prisoner to one issue: immigration. more>

The author considers that postponing the immigration debate is actually a blessing in disguise, if one is to judge by the public outbursts surrounding health care reform. more>

Like the world's developing countries, poor communities [here] are faced with difficult choices about their futures and ask themselves what price they must pay for progress. Is a job more important than the quality of the air their children will have to breathe? more>