Latinos
Today in Latino History: Cuba declares independence from Spain
October 10, 2013The revolt was led by Carlos Manuel de Céspedes. Céspedes, himself a plantation owner, freed his slaves and invited them to join the rebellion.
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Today in Latino history: Mexico becomes a republic
October 4, 2013On Oct. 4, 1824, three years after winning independence from Spain and battling the remnants of monarchy, the Mexican people established a republic.
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Today in Latino history: First Latino to appear in World Series
October 3, 2013Luque played in both all white, Negro League, and integrated teams in the U.S. and Cuba.
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Salt of the Earth Labor College celebrates 20th anniversary
September 13, 2013TUCSON, Ariz. - When activists here launched Salt of the Earth Labor College in 1993 they didn't know exactly what to expect.
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As matter of survival, unions double down on diversity
September 9, 2013The 50-plus unions of the AFL-CIO redoubled its efforts to diversify its ranks and leadership with more women, workers of color, LGBT and young workers.
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