The inauguration of Barrack Obama as the 44th President of the USA was an incredible experience for everyone that attended. For those that were not able to attend they could read articles like the one written by Mariela Rosario of Latina.com to get the “real feel” of what was going on in DC.
http://www.latina.com/lifestyle/news-politics/president-obamas-inauguration-inspires-hope-and-unity
http://www.latina.com/lifestyle/news-politics/exclusive-stars-come-out-full-force-latino-inaugural-gala
Bronx, NY: These days Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. must be turning in his grave as we see Afro-American elected officials such as Governor David Patterson supporting the Israeli bombardment of Gaza. Dr. King was a peacemaker, a negotiator, a man who believed in non-violence and respect for Human Rights. Watching Afro-Americans elected officials pander to the conservative Israeli lobby is tragic and beyond comprehension. How does one justify such disproportionate violence? How do you as an Afro-American, who has been victimized by discrimination, turn around and support this massive attack against another people of color? Continue reading
The news had reported that CITGO was discontinuing the Heating Assistance in Oil Program that they had initiated due to the economic situation in Venezuela and the sharp drop in the price of crude oil. However, today we received this press release from Congressman Serrano’s office that we wanted to share with our readers. The Bronx has several programs that receive discounted oil from CITGO. Continue reading
The following article written by Puerto Rican reporter, Jesús Dávila addreses some interesting issues concerning the status question in Puerto Rico and Obama. Read and pass on…. Continue reading