(Español mas abajo) As we all know, there are currently thousands of Americans who have no access to health care, and this quandary is compounded for those living in rural areas. But for immigrants living in these areas, the situation … Continued
Health
Slow Down the Line: Safer Food, Safer Workers
Over the years cases of contaminated food being sold to consumers have been frighteningly frequent. As is the case of the recent outbreak of Turkey meat contaminated with salmonella, which at the time of writing has already claimed one life.
Food Justice
Our Dinner Tables and the Cost of Human Lives (en Español tambien)
(Español mas abajo) Frighteningly, the cases of workers dying while harvesting or processing the food we consume on daily basis in this country are frighteningly frequent. Though they are exposed to different threats and dangers across their respective industries of … Continued
Immigration
Those who are Not Allowed to Advance
Opposition to progress continues to grow as the nation struggles to deal with economic and social problems. Such is the case when it comes to the issue of immigration reform. Although the majority of the public is in agreement that … Continued
Immigration
De regreso a casa/Back to Home
Ahora escribiré la historia de Ramiro un trabajador inmigrante que conocí en Milan, Missouri y que ahora esta a punto de regresar a su casa en situada en una aldea remota en Guatemala después de haber pasado cierto tiempo en … Continued
Food Justice
Holiday gathering brings together Latino community
On December 5, 2010, the Latino community in Milan, Missouri gathered to celebrate the winter holidays. Kids and adults alike were in eager anticipation as the holiday party signaled a break in their usual routines. Working adults were able to … Continued
Mejor venado que jamon
En el estacionamiento de una tienda de comida me encuentro Bill, quien regresaba de ir de caza. En la parte trasera de su camioneta, cargaba un gran venado con unos preciosos cuernos. Con curiosidad le pregunte, “Que haría con ese … Continued
News
Mineros Rescatados
El 5 de agosto del 2010 el trágico accidente en la mina “San José” conmociono a la republica de Chile. 33 mineros fueron sepultados a más de 700 metros bajo cientos de toneladas de rocas. Después de 17 días la … Continued
Immigration
No More Politics Before People
Some upcoming candidates for the next election focus more on their political platforms than they do the actual needs of people in this country. While many are fighting for who can get the most votes in November, politicians are at … Continued
Health
Low Wage Workers Fired for Injuries on the Job
Day after day, I converse with workers and hear about issues that affect their health and safety, which include injuries and accidents in the workplace. There have been several workers, especially immigrants, who have told me their personal stories. Today … Continued