Monthly Archives: January 2009

Looking for a Job? Hurry! the Migra is Hiring

Posted on January 31, 2009 by

This country might be in the middle of an economic slump, but job seekers shouldn’t worry: the U.S. Customs and Border Patrol Protection is looking to hire 11,000 people this year! According to the agency’s guidelines, the job has a … Continue reading →

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Here’s is Why I Can’t Find a Job in Manhattan

Posted on January 29, 2009 by

If you follow New York City media, I’m sure you are now familiar with the plight of Melody Morales, who  is suing Manhattans’ Hawaiian Tropic eatery for alleged discrimination. Their crime? Despite Morales’ “stunning figure” and her being really comfy … Continue reading →

Posted in Food, Immigration, Marketing & Advertising | 6 Comments

Go to Mexico. Get Mugged. We’ve Got you Covered!

Posted on January 25, 2009 by

Wanna go to Mexico but cannot afford to lose all your dinerito at the hands of some very mean people? Worry no more: the Melbourne, Australia branch of STA Travel has a plan for you. For only $2.60 a day, … Continue reading →

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Change You Cannot Believe In

Posted on January 22, 2009 by

So much for the Inauguration euphoria. I woke up Wed. January 21st, ready to take in the long-promised Change. So I took a stroll around the White House’s Web site, where I hoped to find a comprehensive, all-inclusive Spanish-language page by clicking … Continue reading →

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¡Ajúa! Celebrating Obama Corrido-Style

Posted on January 20, 2009 by

Introducing the first Obama corrido, celebrating our new president, who has “skin of color” (tiene su piel de color.) Courtesy of Sinaloa 21.

Posted in Music, Politics, Pop culture | 4 Comments

Dear Obama: Minority Kids Have a Dream Too

Posted on January 19, 2009 by

It’s only hours before inauguration, and while Obama might be busy moving into the White House and dining with VIPs, he would be well advised to pause for a second and give Hispanic children a chance. Per Jory John’s OpEd … Continue reading →

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Who Will Shed Light Over Immigration Now?

Posted on January 15, 2009 by

Spanish-language translation:  Y ahora, ¿quién podrá defendernos?

Posted in Immigration, Politics | 3 Comments