@silviamg

@silviamg

@silviamg

@silviamg

Rolling Stone

@RollingStone

@daddy_yankee

Celebrating our first-ever Latin digital issue with our latest cover star, @daddy_yankee

He spent decades making hits that changed the world. The reggaeton legend tells us why it's now time to put down the mic.

Story/Photos: rol.st/3xyYgo8

@daddy_yankee

So why is @daddy_yankee, as he mounts his biggest tour ever, stepping away from making music?

"It was always my goal to carry the banner and lead, and then have other people keep going."
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@daddy_yankee

"We’re growing every day. If tomorrow a new genre comes along and it’s Latino, it’s going to be successful, because our cultural expressions and our art are going to keep rising."

— @daddy_yankee on the power of the Latino community #HispanicHeritageMonth rol.st/3xyYgo8

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Darlene McDonald

@VoteDarlene

@RepBurgessOwens

I’m proud of Utah’s Compact on Immigration. We are a Red State that welcome immigrants. That still doesn’t stop Congressmen like @RepBurgessOwens who flock to the Southern border to exploit the desperation of people seeking a better life. Instead of drawing on the #UtahWay #utpol

https://twitter.com/YahooNews/status/1570608762972405760

and working with Democrats on long overdue immigration reform, they use immigration, immigrants, and human suffering to scare and enrage their base. There is a crisis at the border and a majority of it exists because it’s used as a campaign talking-point. The party of ‘fiscal

responsibility’ used Florida’s taxpayer’s money to pick up migrants that weren’t even in his state. Republicans brag about inroads the GOP has made with Hispanic voters. DeSantis and Abbott doing this on the eve of Hispanic Heritage Month reeks of Trump wanting to hold a rally

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USA TODAY

@USATODAY

Thursday marks the start of #HispanicHeritageMonth, a celebration honoring the contributions and histories of Americans with roots in Spain, Mexico, Central and South America and the Caribbean.

The observance runs from Sept. 15 through Oct. 15.
usatoday.com/story/news/nat…

@USATODAY

The United States is home to nearly 63 million Hispanics. @USATODAY will be running stories about Latinos in the U.S. throughout Hispanic Heritage Month.

Sept. 15 is significant: It’s the independence day for Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua.

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Jeremy Jojola

@jeremyjojola

@9NEWS

Today is the first day of #HispanicHeritageMonth!

I'd like to begin a 31-day thread here with the goal of sharing stories & images that reflect my northern New Mexico heritage.

On Day 1, let me begin with this @9NEWS video from 2017 featuring my grandma. 1/

Day 2: Los Penitentes were religious community advocates in remote villages.

AKA, “Los Hermanos de la Fraternidad Piadosa de Nuestro Padre Jesús Nazareno.”

My great-grandfather, Roman Lopez, was a farmer & leader with title “Hermano Mayor.”

Link: history.denverlibrary.org/news/hermanos-…

Day 3: Al Hurricane and NM Spanish Music! 🎶

This music has a very distinct style with many regional bands.

Hurricane has been called “El Godfather” of New Mexico Music.

My favorite NM Spanish song is Valentin de La Sierra by Tobias Rene: open.spotify.com/track/6QO1KeYE…

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Nancy Pelosi

@SpeakerPelosi

Each year, #HispanicHeritageMonth honors the contributions and beautiful diversity of America’s Latino communities – from immigrants proudly embracing their new home to families whose roots predate our founding.

At every stage of America’s history, Latinos have enriched the fabric of our culture, the vitality of our democracy and the strength of our nation.

Whether on the battlefield or on the frontlines of the pandemic, in union halls or in the halls of power, Latinos’ talents and patriotism have helped forge an ever-brighter future for all Americans.

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Pew Research Race and Ethnicity

@pewidentity

@pewresearch

Happy #HispanicHeritageMonth from @pewresearch! All month, we’ll be sharing our findings about Hispanic Americans on this account. Follow our experts @mhugolopez, @jensmanuel, and @Lnoebustamante and this thread for updates.

So, who is considered Hispanic in the United States? And how are they counted in public opinion surveys, voter exit polls and government surveys such as the 2020 census? Read here for answers: pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2022…

Today, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua celebrate their independence. An estimated 464,000 Hispanics of Nicaraguan origin resided in the United States in 2017. pewresearch.org/hispanic/fact-…

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Jose de Jesus Ortiz

@OrtizKicks

@Cardinals

Thread:
The @Cardinals’ promotion of Oliver Marmol was expected from the minute they had fired Mike Shildt.
That says a lot about Bill DeWitt Jr., John Mozeliak & Michael Girsch.
They are handing over the keys to one of America’s premier franchises to a young, Dominican American

History shows that Latinos & Blacks usually have to start their managerial careers at losing organizations not ready to win or past their winning windows. Alex Cora was a rare example. Now Marmol is another one.
By promoting Marmol, the #Cardinals are making franchise history.

He’s an example of what every organization committed to diversity should do. Find talented folks, let them work their way up, groom them, nurture them, test them and let them find their ceiling. Marmol is young, and that is a good thing. He’s bilingual, bright, hungry, HUMBLE!

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BLACK CONSERVATIVE

@blackrepublican

FACT: The Republican Party in #PuertoRico was FOUNDED by a BLACK Afro-Puerto Rican, by the name of Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa.

en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/José_Cels…

#hispanicheritagemonth

Oh, how things have changed.
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Now, you look 👀 for Blacks in the leadership of the #PuertoRican Republican Party, and it’s not so much easy; it’s like a “white out” generally very, very, WHITE light-skin looking Boriquas. A few even with blonde hair.

It’s shameful.

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PBS

@PBS

"Film and television have the ability to increase empathy by giving people the opportunity to relate to a life experience that they don’t know much about." -Dominique Nieves

#HispanicHeritageMonth

Dominique Nieves shows style and substance in “Our Lady Lupe,” the short film she made as part of #LatinoExperiencePBS. #HispanicHeritageMonth

Audiences follow a young boy who tries to help his family and along the way he learns lessons about family tradition and, maybe, a little magic. #HispanicHeritageMonth

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PBS

@PBS

@HHFoundation

"We’re in a place now where we need to put fear aside and really celebrate the beauty of variety." -Carlos Santana

#HispanicHeritageMonth @HHFoundation @SantanaCarlos

To describe Carlos Santana as a legend is to be modest. He has been making music that broke boundaries and melded genres for over 50 years. #HispanicHeritageMonth

From his epic performance at Woodstock in 1968 to studio recordings that mixed rock and Latin American jazz and African rhythms, Santana speaks (with his guitar) to all people on a spiritual level. #HispanicHeritageMonth

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PBS

@PBS

"In the end... Solo el pueblo salva al pueblo. Only the people save the people. I believe in the power of community and the profound impact of solidarity." -Arleen Cruz-Alicea

#HispanicHeritageMonth

Arleen Cruz-Alicea's film, Comida Pa’ Los Pobres, follows a community-led movement to feed hungry families in Puerto Rico and gives audiences another perspective of life on the island. #HispanicHeritageMonth

Cruz-Alicea explores Puerto Rico through the value and cultural significance of food, whether available or not, in communities. She hopes the film provokes new conversations and opens minds to the unique culture and life in Puerto Rico. #HispanicHeritageMonth

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National Geographic Society

@InsideNatGeo

@davillasana

¡Hola a todxs, I’m @davillasana! As a Hispanic woman, most of my photography focuses on resilience against injustice as well as culture and diversity in Latin America. My identity also shapes my passion for increasing inclusivity in the media industry. #HispanicHeritageMonth

Some of these stories include documenting the threats facing transgender women in Latin America and their resilience despite them. For nearly a decade, I’ve strived to paint a more humanistic portrait of this community to educate others about transphobia’s dire consequences.

Another story I loved photographing was that of a young girl’s quinceañera, or “coming-of-age” celebration, in Mexico where it’s widely practiced. When I asked Lorena her favorite part, she responded “the dress!” She quickly backtracked, saying family first and the dress second.

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Kimberly D. Manning, MD

@gradydoctor

@EmoryMedicine

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Today @EmoryMedicine dedicated the Leon L. Haley, Jr. Distinguished Professor and Chair for the Emory Executive Assoc. Dean of Grady Affairs.

What a powerful way to let the generations know of this great man and leader—and to remind those in the pipeline of their potential.

@SherylHeron

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Dr. @SherylHeron — his friend of over 25 years described him as a GIFT:

GIVING
INSIGHTFUL
FIERCE
TENACIOUS

No truer words have been spoken. I know it was hard for her to speak. She was brave and honored him in the most special way.

Here’s an excerpt.

@GradyHealth

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I can think of no better person to hold this inaugural Endowed Professorship than the tireless @GradyHealth champion @CarlosdelRio7. His work and dedication to Grady and the world have been extraordinary.

I think @lhaley3 would have been pleased with this.

Yup.

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Voices of Color

@VOCInsider

#HispanicHeritageMonth is designated as an all-encompassing celebration of Latinos and their cultures. Yet, many say it falls short of that endeavor, and some are calling for the month to be reimagined.

So who really are the Latinos living in the US?

insider.com/this-hispanic-…

Latino communities are continuously evolving, staking a greater claim in politics, Hollywood, and other industries and re-conceptualizing the way they identify.

insider.com/this-hispanic-…

Hispanics are now the largest ethnic and racial group in California.

Florida, Texas, and California saw their Latino populations grow by more than one million in the last 10 years. North Dakota and South Dakota have seen the fastest Latino population growth since 2010.

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Arizona Historical Society

@AZHistSociety

For nearly a century, baseball has been a crucial social and cultural force in Latina/o communities across the United States. And, for just as long, Latino/a players have had a huge impact on the game. ⚾️ #NuestroBaseball

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@AZHistSociety

Explore a few baseball photos from the @AZHistSociety Mexican Heritage Project collection. Follow #NuestroBaseball to discover more photographs and artifacts.

azmemory.azlibrary.gov/digital/collec…

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This is a photograph of the Elysian Grove Baseball Team, circa 1916. The team's pitcher, Manuel del Moral, is pictured standing 4th from the left. #NuestroBaseball

📷: 78293, Mexican Heritage Project
azmemory.azlibrary.gov/digital/collec…

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NowThis

@nowthisnews

'Queen of Salsa' Celia Cruz and award-winning novelist Julia Alvarez are some of the latest Barbies in honor of #HispanicHeritageMonth

'Through their legendary careers and bravery in self-expression, these women continue to inspire generations of young Latinos to proudly tell their stories,' Barbie said in an Instagram post. The dolls will not be for sale, according to Barbie.

As the 'Queen of Salsa,' Afro Cuban performer Cruz delighted fans across generations and nationalities with her strong contralto voice, vibrant stage presence, and flamboyant style.

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Arizona Historical Society

@AZHistSociety

Today commemorates 200 years of Mexican Independence. Arizonans have celebrated #MexicanIndependenceDay since 1821, throwing large parades and parties called "Fiestas Patrias". 1/

This is a photograph from 1920 of the Mexican Independence Day queen and her court riding on a float during a parade in #Tucson.

📷: 69791, Mexican Heritage Project
azmemory.azlibrary.gov/digital/collec…

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Read more about Mexican Independence Day on our blog. #HispanicHeritageMonth

arizonahistoricalsociety.org/2021/09/16/his…

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C&EN

@cenmag

In honor of #HispanicHeritageMonth, we wanted to highlight 10 Hispanic and Latino scientists from history who have shaped chemistry as we know it today: bit.ly/2XkzfOj

#LatinXChem #LatinXinSTEM

@unicampoficial

Oswaldo Luiz Alves was among the first Brazilian scientists to develop, research, and teach nanotechnology. He also founded the Solid State Chemistry Laboratory at @unicampoficial. Learn more about him at bit.ly/3hE6289

#LatinXChem #LatinXinSTEM #HispanicHeritageMonth

Sara Borrell Ruiz was one of the first experts on sex hormones in Spain. She worked with the team that was developing the first oral contraceptive. Read more about Borrell at bit.ly/3lxSigx

#LatinXinSTEM #WomenInSTEM #HispanicHeritageMonth

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U.S. Fish and Wildlife

@USFWS

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! 🎉 Join us in celebrating & recognizing Hispanic communities’ unique contributions to American history, culture, & conservation!

📷: Monarch butterfly on swamp milkweed by Jim Hudgins/USFWS

For instance, discover the Latino legacy of California’s Salinas Valley: ow.ly/PQhb50GaM0N

#HispanicHeritageMonth

📷: Salinas River National Wildlife Refuge in California by Ivette López/USFWS

@USFWSRefuges

From coast to coast & around the globe, we're committed to connecting people with nature & ensuring public lands like @USFWSRefuges are safe, welcoming, inclusive, & accessible.

📷: San Diego National Wildlife Refuge by Lisa Cox/USFWS

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Joint Economic Committee Democrats

@JECDems

@HispanicCaucus

NEW: To commemorate the start of #HispanicHeritageMonth, @HispanicCaucus and @JECDems released a report on the essential contributions of Hispanic workers to the U.S. economy.

jec.senate.gov/public/index.c…

More than 62 million Hispanic Americans live in the US and they create over $2 trillion in economic output each year.

Despite these important contributions, #HispanicWorkers are overrepresented in low-wage jobs with poor working conditions.

Hispanic Americans are vital to the U.S. economy and helped keep it afloat in the worst of the pandemic.

#HispanicWorkers are overrepresented in essential and frontline industries and many risked their lives during the pandemic, securing America’s food supply and providing care.

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NBC News

@NBCNews