Hispanics

"The 2008 Alma Awards'" All-Star Event Kicks Off Hispanic Heritage Month With Host Eva Longoria Parker

Monday, May 19, 2008 -- The "Alma Awards" is a showcase Highlighting Latino Contributions to Entertainment Industry Airs September 12 on ABC.

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"The 2008 ALMA Awards®," celebrating the outstanding artistic achievements of Latinos in motion pictures, television and music, will air FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 (8:00-10:00 p.m., ET), on the ABC Television Network.

Television and film actress Eva Longoria Parker returns once again as executive producer and host of the telecast. "The 2008 ALMA Awards" will tape Sunday, August 17 at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium.    » read more »

Senator Menendez, co-chair of the Senate Hispanic Task Force, says action further illustrates how Republicans are out of touch with Latino values

March 31, 2008 -- Washington - Today marks the 81st anniversary of the birth of one of the nation’s foremost civil rights and labor leaders, Cesar Estrada Chavez. Despite the ongoing efforts of Democrats in the Senate to pass a resolution honoring this prominent Latino civil rights leader, Senate Republicans blocked it last year and have done so again this year.

U.S. Senator Robert Menendez (D-NJ), co-chair of the Senate Hispanic Task Force, issued the following statement, illustrating the importance of Chavez’s legacy and decrying the Republican objection to the resolution.    » read more »

March 26, 2008, Chicago, IL - The Obama Campaign today announced the appointment of Francisco "Frank" Sánchez, former U.S. Assistant Secretary of Transportation, as the National Chair of Latino and Hispanic Fundraising. Sánchez, is also an advisor on Latin American policy for the campaign. In his new capacity, Sanchez will Co-Chair along with Illinois Attorney, Manny Sanchez, the Obama Hispanic Leadership Council. This newly formed Council will work with the national finance team to increase the already growing enthusiasm and fundraising efforts for the Obama campaign in the Hispanic Community.    » read more »

The ad highlights Hillary’s commitment to be a voice for the Latino community

1/15/2008 -- LAS VEGAS, NV - The Clinton campaign today launched a new Spanish language TV ad in Nevada. The new 30-second spot, titled "La voz de los que no tienen Voz" (The voice of the voiceless) highlights Hillary’s record as an agent of change for the Latino community - fighting for healthcare, new jobs, and to put an end anti-Hispanic demagoguery.

Watch the ad here

Following is the translation of the script for the ad.    » read more »

12/19/2007 -- The Hillary Clinton campaign today announced its Illinois Hispanic Leadership Council, a group of local Hispanic leaders who support Hillary Clinton.

Citing her as the most qualified and experienced candidate to put an end to the war in Iraq, provide healthcare for every American, and to make college affordable once again, this group of Hispanics are ready to mobilize support for Hillary in their state.    » read more »

12/19/2007 -- The Hillary Clinton campaign today announced its Colorado Hispanic Leadership Council, made up of community leaders from across the state who will mobilize grassroots support for Hillary leading up to Colorado’s February 5th caucus.

"Hispanics in Colorado know that Hillary Clinton has the strength and experience to create the real change America needs," said State Senator Paula Sandoval. “She has been fighting for children and families and creating opportunities for every American," she added.    » read more »

12/19/2007 -- The Hillary Clinton campaign today announced its New Jersey Hispanic Leadership Council, comprised of community leaders from across the state who will mobilize grassroots support for Hillary leading up to New Jersey’s February 5th primary. The committee is in formation, and more leaders from across the state will be joining the group in support for Hillary in the upcoming days.    » read more »