Politics & Power

Insightful analysis, op-eds, breaking news, and in-depth articles on Latinax and Latina leaders, policy changes, and political movements. Stay informed and empowered with the latest on Latina influence and challenges in politics.

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Latinas Pumping Dollars into the U.S. Economy

Latinas Pumping Dollars into the U.S. Economy

Latinas like Karol G and Dr. Kugler are making notable contributions to the U.S. economy amidst recession fears. While Karol G boosts local economies with her tours, Dr. Kugler, the first Latina Federal Reserve governor, brings diversity and expertise to financial governance.

Migrant’s Cross the Darién Gap While Tourists Seek Thrills

Migrant’s Cross the Darién Gap While Tourists Seek Thrills

The Darién Gap in Panama, once known for migrant challenges, now draws adventure tourists. Guided through the jungle, they see unique animals and plants, ending at Pacific beaches.

Majority Latina Los Angeles Hotel workers Strike for Better Wages and Working Conditions

Majority Latina Los Angeles Hotel workers Strike for Better Wages and Working Conditions

Mainly immigrant and Latina hotel workers strike over July 4th weekend for better pay and working conditions in Los Angeles.

International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia led the way for other Transgender recognized and celebrated Days?

International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia led the way for other Transgender recognized and celebrated Days?

Learn about International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia and its impact on transgender visibility and recognition worldwide.

5 Challenges that Latina Moms Face in the United States

5 Challenges that Latina Moms Face in the United States

Latina moms in the US face challenges like the pay gap, discrimination, stereotypes, high parenting costs, and mental health issues. They aim to succeed with education and bilingual parenting. Policymakers must prioritize reducing social and economic inequities for Latinas to thrive.

Black and Latina Mothers Receiving Extra Income To Support Their Families

Black and Latina Mothers Receiving Extra Income To Support Their Families

Black and Latina mothers who lived in hardship before were hit the hardest with the pandemic. For many, issues just compounded, unable to make ends meet and having to simultaneously care for their families at home due to Covid-19. Both the pandemic’s economic and health effects have been noted

Missing Indigenous Women and Media's Missing White Woman Syndrome

Missing Indigenous Women and Media's Missing White Woman Syndrome

The disappearance of a fresh faced 22-year old aspiring ‘van life’ influencer Gabby Petito triggered a national outcry. Gabby Petito was also the quintessential all-American white woman. While there is nothing wrong with having empathy for the case of Gabby Petito, it questions the national news coverage prioritization of a

The Del Rio Crisis of Haitians At The Border Causing An Uproar

The Del Rio Crisis of Haitians At The Border Causing An Uproar

Your social media feeds are triggering – images of Black men, Haitian migrant-refugees #asylumseekers at the Del Rio, Texas/Mexico border being rounded up like cattle by Texas border guards wearing cowboy hats on horses shouting “Go Now” and charging against the Haitians at the border while whipping horse reins at

Anti-Government Cuban Protests Break Out Over Universal Human Rights

Anti-Government Cuban Protests Break Out Over Universal Human Rights

Frustration has hit an all time high in Cuba over a government and 62-year regime that has not allowed Cubans to have a better life. Latin American countries have had similar mass protests break out On Sunday, July 11, 2021 Cubans left their homes for the streets to fight for

Kamala Harris's Life Was Full of Firsts And Now Is The First Woman of Color in the Highest Ranking Office

Kamala Harris's Life Was Full of Firsts And Now Is The First Woman of Color in the Highest Ranking Office

Joe Biden, as a then pre-election Presidential candidate wanted a running mate – someone ‘strong’, qualified for the Vice President job and pledged the Vice President candidate will be a woman of color . For months, the anticipation of who will serve in the highest office along side the President, as the

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