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Military wife Janet Sanchez

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Military Spouse of the Year Finalist Overjoyed to Be Featured by Oprah

By Jill Pankow | 11/16/2012 - 13:17 | 0 Comments

We love to hear stories about strong, Latina women making a positive impact on their community. For Army wife Janet Sanchez, however, her hard work and giving spirit allowed her an opportunity she never imagined – she got to meet her idol, Oprah!

In 2007 Sanchez, a mother of three from Puerto Rico, saw a need in her...

Our Fave Latino Movie Vets

Our Fave Latino Movie Vets

By Damarys Ocaña Perez | 11/11/2011 - 15:00 | 0 Comments

One genre in which Latino actors have always found a home is the war movie—whether they are playing Latino characters or not. In any case, there have been some great, entertaining and even funny portrayals of those who have gone to war.

Latino Military Heros

Latino Military Heroes

By Damarys Ocaña Perez | 11/11/2011 - 13:30 | 0 Comments

In honor of Veterans Day, we wanted to highlight Latinas who have dedicated their lives to saving ours.

Latinos have fought in every American war since the Revolution. Honor those who have given their service and their lives to help keep you free and safe.

Here are some outstanding Hispanics with exemplary military careers, putting their lives on the line...

White House Shares 10 Reasons to Pass the DREAM Act

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White House Shares 10 Reasons to Pass the DREAM Act

By Mariela Rosario | 12/06/2010 - 12:47 | 3 Comments

Independent immigration-rights groups, Democratic congressional leadership, the President of the United States and even some conservative leaders all support the DREAM Act. So why is it's passage causing so much controversy? Mainly because it's being used as political fodder by Republican legislators and anti-immigrant groups who are claiming the bill...