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The growing influence of Hispanic voters in the West

This story first appeared on High Country News.  In the midst of the raucous and polarized presidential election, a quieter story has been at play...

New Spanish-language ad bashes Jeb!’s #honorarylatino pose

"I have decided I am a candidate for president of the United States," Jeb Bush said, Monday afternoon. He announced in the gym at Miami Dade College,...

GOP heavyweights woo Hispanics with candy and fluffy dogs

“Sitting around waiting for minorities to come to us ain't cut'n it, we must go to them! ” wrote Derrick Wilburn on his Facebook...

Clinton’s Political Survival Thanks in Part to Latino Support

The New York senator's strong support among Latinos has led her to primary victories in the largest, most delegate-rich states in the country (and...

In Midst of Divisive Immigration Debate, Latinos Feel the Pinch, New...

Increased public attention on illegal immigration and ramped up enforcement measures are taking a toll on Latinos in the U.S. A new report from...

Latino Voters Ready to Strike in 2008

In a close election, the strongly Democratic-leaning Latino electorate in Colorado - though a modest percentage of the total - may decide the outcome.Voters...

Latinos Find No Refuge in Either Party, Report Finds

The latest report from the Pew Hispanic Center confirms that Latino voters are leaning Democratic. But it may also reflect a general sense of...

U.S.-Born Children of Hispanics Have Dramatically Better English Skills, Study Finds

In just one generation, English-language skills among Latino immigrants take an impressive jump. Hispanic adults consider insufficient English an obstacle to their acceptance in the...

Minorities Isolated Even As Whites Attend More Integrated Schoools

Colorado ranked second in the nation in the increased number of Hispanic students attending all-minority schools, according to a Pew Hispanic Center report released...