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| Blog Name: | Efrain's Corner |
| Url: | http://efrainortizjr.blogspot.com/ |
| Language: | English |
| Topics: | Latino, Puerto Rican, Boricua |
| Description: | A place for sharing comments, thoughts, opinions, memories and culture in relation to Latinos and the Puerto Rican diaspora. |
| Popularity: | 37 Followers |
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Happy Thanks 'Giving'; Feliz Dia de Acción de Gracias!
Thanksgiving... regardless of the days meaning to each individual one has to stop and consider all the things that can be given thanks for.I personally remember many a childhood memories of Thanksgivings long gone. They were, as is now, a day to gather among family, enjoy the many Puerto Rican style dishes and enjoy some go
Thanksgiving... regardless of the days meaning to each individual one has to stop and consider all the things that can be given thanks for.I personally remember many a childhood memories of Thanksgivings long gone. They were, as is now, a day to gather among family, enjoy the many Puerto Rican style dishes and enjoy some go
Why is now the time? Fortuño Pide Incorporación de P.R. a E.U.
Puerto Rico Governor, Luis G. Fortuño, believes that there is no greater time then now for Puerto Rico to be incorporated into the U.S.Back in 1898 as the U.S. took possession of the island it was never intended for it to become a state. Forcing citizenship upon Puerto Ricans (1917), allowing Puerto Ricans to elect their own governor (1948) and to construct a Constitution of their own (1950) were not changes but mere cloaks to cover the relationship status, colonial, that was in place. Puerto Rico's social, economic and political relationship to the U.S. fundamentally rem
Puerto Rico Governor, Luis G. Fortuño, believes that there is no greater time then now for Puerto Rico to be incorporated into the U.S.Back in 1898 as the U.S. took possession of the island it was never intended for it to become a state. Forcing citizenship upon Puerto Ricans (1917), allowing Puerto Ricans to elect their own governor (1948) and to construct a Constitution of their own (1950) were not changes but mere cloaks to cover the relationship status, colonial, that was in place. Puerto Rico's social, economic and political relationship to the U.S. fundamentally rem
A Response to...."Puerto Ricans in New York Struggling…Still" Comment
Here we go again. As I scroll through the comments in this article I think of the possible reasons as to why Puerto Ricans are still struggling in New York even after several generations. I listened to the video and arguably the ignorance of some elected officials is shameful. There are many reasons for the struggle but the real challenge lies in correcting what is wrong and finding solutions. Stressing the importance of education and providing information to resources available to obtain the same are only a part of the solution. Many Puerto Ricans who have risen from poverty have left these comm
Here we go again. As I scroll through the comments in this article I think of the possible reasons as to why Puerto Ricans are still struggling in New York even after several generations. I listened to the video and arguably the ignorance of some elected officials is shameful. There are many reasons for the struggle but the real challenge lies in correcting what is wrong and finding solutions. Stressing the importance of education and providing information to resources available to obtain the same are only a part of the solution. Many Puerto Ricans who have risen from poverty have left these comm
Verses/Poetry (Inside the mind of an Emcee/Poet)
Jason Hernandez aka Majestik Originality, poet and emcee has just released his first book. If the book is anything like his live performance then it can only be a hit. Read more about Majestik Originality when you get your daily dose of sofrito. Click on the image below to purchase the book.
Jason Hernandez aka Majestik Originality, poet and emcee has just released his first book. If the book is anything like his live performance then it can only be a hit. Read more about Majestik Originality when you get your daily dose of sofrito. Click on the image below to purchase the book.
"Whose Barrio?" Wins @ LILIFF; Free Admission to Screening @ BLIFF
In a previous post I introduced you to the documentary "Whose Barrio?". I am happy to announce 'a well deserved win'..................Co-directors Ed Morales and Laura Rivera are pleased to announce that “Whose Ba
In a previous post I introduced you to the documentary "Whose Barrio?". I am happy to announce 'a well deserved win'..................Co-directors Ed Morales and Laura Rivera are pleased to announce that “Whose Ba
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