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Spring 2012
Cambiando la Conversación: Changing the Conversation
"Divisadero" is a Spanish word derived from divisar (to discern). It refers to a place of high elevation from which one can view an extensive area. The goal of this newsletter is to act as a divisadero for its readers by offering an inclusive view of the current issues in Latin/@ America citing the historical, social, and political forces which drive these nations and communities.
This issue is the product of a Latin American Studies course offered each semester, and thus a collaborative publication between students, faculty and staff. Divisadero shares in its mission to create and strengthen the community of students, faculty, and administrators who share our interests. By serving as a divisadero, we hope you join us in our efforts to discover the different paths and determine a course of action on pressing and complex issues that impact Latin America and the Latin@ community.
Block the Vote Efforts Leading up to 2012 Elections
Increased presence of Latina voters causes conservative opposition leading up to 2012 elections.
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Welcome the Brazilians
Why is Disney hiring Brazilian Portuguese speakers?
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Esperanzas y Necesidades Dignas
Aproximadamente 65,000 estudiantes indocumentados se gradúan de la secundaria cada año en los Estados Unidos y sólo 5%-10% asisten la universidad.
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Immigration in the Bay Area
Now the federal government was turning them into illegal immigrants, criminals of the state.
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The Struggle Continues: Injustice in Arizona
The ban on Mexican-American Studies and the treatment of those who are undocumented goes against what this country stands for.
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Mission Muralismo Today
Murals again provided an important organizing tool and a means for the people to reclaim their heritage.
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Latina Feminist Theology
Latina Feminist Theology; the awakening of Latina women in the Church.
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Interview with Cherrie Morraga
What is my responsibility to my roots — both white and brown, Spanish-speaking and English?