Latino Leaders articles from October 2006

Latino Leaders archives from October 2006

Publisher's letter.(immigration reform accepted by Americans)(Editorial)
October 1, 2006... When the immigration issue became important in the media at the beginning of this year, we decided to take a plane to go to Washington and talk to the politicians involved to figure out what elements we should consider for a special edition on...

From my desk.
October 1, 2006... When the controversy over illegal immigration began earlier this year I knew that sooner of later, as a publication, we would have to tackle this scalding hot issue one way of the other. After all, as a Hispanic magazine, we're inherently...

The immigration survey.(AND FROM YOURS ...)
October 1, 2006... Dear Editor: Your poll did not stress a key point that the problem for many in the US is not LEGAL immigration. Many believe the problem is unchecked ILLEGAL immigration, which is a form of self-help; destitute individuals feeling their...

The surprising wines of California.(Buyers guide)
October 1, 2006... Like many of us, I try to cellar Red Bordeaux, Bourgogne, Ribera del Duero, Super Tuscans and even some Chilean reds, but not those from California. I drink the wines from California as soon as they are available. This is in part because I used...

Looking for a luxury ride while you're roughing it?(Land Rover LR3, BMW X3)(Product/service evaluation)
October 1, 2006... I will be the first to admit that I am not a real outdoors kind of guy. My idea of having a great time does not include taking my SUV climbing up some steep hill and then sliding down on the other side. But there are some of you that do enjoy...

"The immigration reform".(THE BEGINNING)
October 1, 2006... Whether descendants from a lineage of 300 years in the United States or recent arrivals this year, all Latinos in the United States are drawn into the current immigration debate as no other population group in our country. Because Latinos are...

The risk of making a statement.(Gary Acosta of National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals)(Frank Herrera Jr. of Frank Herrera law offices)(Victor Arias of Heidrick and Struggles International Inc.)
October 1, 2006... For the past six years, Latino Leaders Magazine has successfully undertaken the task of exclusively presenting our readers with the most inspiring and admirable stories of leadership and success, of the men and women whose efforts, courage,...

Javier Arias: the tale of success of an illegal alien in his youth, Javier Arias beard tales of the fortunes that could be made simply by crossing the Rio Grande River and entering the United States. Today, as the owner of a $5 million business, Arias has become living proof of that legend.(THE ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT)
October 1, 2006... Arias, who earned his citizenship in the year 2000, went from poverty to success as the owner of a pair of Dallas businesses, Masonry and Stucco Services and United State GC Builders, LLC. The road that took him from his past life in a small...

The survey illegal immigration: how our readers see the issue.(THE IMMIGRATION SURVEY)
October 1, 2006... There is very little doubt that immigration, legal or otherwise, has become the hottest controversy in this country. The issue is so intensely debated that even within the Hispanic community, the polarization is not only palpable, it is at...

Why the issue is complicated: Armand Peschard-Sverdrup: Director, Latino Project, Center for Strategic and International Studies.(THE NON-POLITICAL ANALYST)
October 1, 2006... A conversation about immigration with Armand Peschard-Sverdrup of the Center for Strategic & International Studies in Washington, D.C. quickly turns to the complexity of the issue and how it has been misunderstood by both the American public...

The view from the other side: Geronimo Gutierrez: under Secretary for North American Affairs, Mexico.(THE MEXICAN GOVERNMENT OFFICIAL)(Interview)
October 1, 2006... Some of the questions most often asked about the current U.S. illegal immigration situation are: what is the Mexican Government's perspective on the whole matter? Is this even an issue that they are actively seeking to help resolve? These are...

Determining the costs of undocumented immigrants to the U.S.: Jeffrey Passell: Senior Research Associate, The Pew Hispanic Center: at the heart of the immigration debate there is a two part question: how many illegal immigrants live in the United States today? And what do undocumented immigrants cost federal, state and local governments each year?(THE EXPERT DEMOGRAPHER)
October 1, 2006... How these questions are answered, who chooses to answer what questions, their point of view and maybe a selective use of facts and assumptions has and will continue to shape the debate, legislation and immigration reform laws far into the...

The National Association of Latino Arts and Culture.(THE SOUTHWEST CORNER)
October 1, 2006... The National Association of Latino Arts and Culture wants to showcase the vivid colors that make up the Latino arts scene. Established in 1989, NALAC seeks to promote and cultivate Latino arts through training, public education, funding and...

The reality of life at the border: Oscar Benavides: Supervisor, Special Operations, U.S. Border Patrol: much has been said about the illegal immigrants that constantly cross the border. Not much is said, however, about the brutality that these migrants encounter on their journey to this country from nature, muggers and smugglers.(Interview)
October 1, 2006... For Oscar Benavides, a Mexican-American special operations supervisor with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), protecting any section of the U.S.-Mexico border can be a daunting task on many levels. As a Border Patrol Agent, he faces the...

"The best music is closer than it appears": this music is about authentic souls that give us the most wonderful gift with their music. From Mexico's rock to Mexico's folk, to Scandinavian chamber music that will make you reflect about the important things in life.(Lila Downs La Cantina, Michala Petri, Mana)
October 1, 2006... Rock Mana Amar es combatir This is Mexico's rock at its best, a band that sings to the love of a woman and to the peace of all countries. Mana has accomplished all imaginable success, but here they am back with a brand new production, with...

A palatial getaway in Venice.(gritti palace)
October 1, 2006... Venice is a magic city, but it can also be challenging. It might show herself from her most charming side, a mysterious labyrinth of romantic islands, canals, alleyways and bridges that lead nowhere. But the city may also be a bit of a turn off...

On the highway to buiding genuine wealth: increasing numbers of Hispanic entrepreneurs are beginning to cruise the business highway in search of financial autonomy and influence, and the country's economic pillars are taking notice.(LL FOCUS)
October 1, 2006... The exploding growth of the Hispanic population in this country is hard to ignore, as is the purchasing power that they control. Hispanics currently comprise the nation's largest-ethnic minority group in the history of the United States. As of...

In conclusion ...(immigrants)
October 1, 2006... It has been tossed around so many times, the line is nearly limp: "Give me your tired, your poor, your huddles masses yearning to breathe free." While other lines from Emma Lazarus's evocative poem "The New Colossus" are bandied about less...