U.S. Latino Issues

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Rodolfo F Acuna

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Does the term Latino—a construct of the U.S. government—successfully encompass the wide variety of Spanish-speaking people in this country? This introductory topic begins an overview of 10 major controversies that have embroiled U.S. Latinos, including Puerto Ricans, in recent years. Latinos have one of the fastest-growing populations in the United States today, making these issues front-page news across the country. Issues include: • Race Classification • Assimilation • Bilingual Education • Open Borders • Affirmative Action • Interracial Dating and Marriage • Funding Education and Health Care for Undocumented Immigrant • Amnesty Program • U.S. Military and Political Presence in Cuba • U.S. Military Bases in Puerto Rico Each topic is presented with a background, pro and con positions, and questions for the purpose of student debate and papers.

Author Biography:

RODOLFO F. ACU—A is Professor of Chicana/o Studies at California State University, Northridge.

Release date Australia

October 30th, 2003

Author

Rodolfo F Acuna

Audience

Professional & Vocational

Interest Age

From 7 to 17 years

Pages

224

Dimensions

152x229x15

ISBN-13

9780313322112

Product ID

3896470

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