Latino identity often romanticizes racial mixing, masking deep-rooted anti-Blackness in both Latin America and the U.S. It’s time to confront these erasures.
Commentary
Alligator Alcatraz is a Bonafide American Modern-Day Concentration Camp
Alligator Alcatraz is a modern U.S. concentration camp established under the Trump administration in Mississippi, where immigrants and marginalized communities are held under inhumane conditions. Despite public outcry and leaked reports of abuse, the government denies its existence. Survivors and activists continue fighting to shut it down and expose the truth behind this hidden site of state-sanctioned violence.
Why Latinos Must Rethink the Word “Criminal” to Challenge ICE Raids and the Prison Industrial Complex
Latinos are rethinking the harmful label “criminal” amid inhumane ICE raids and systemic injustice. This powerful perspective challenges the prison industrial complex and calls for unconditional human dignity beyond legal status or past mistakes. Discover why redefining criminality is key to immigrant justice and community solidarity.
Terror in MacArthur Park: ICE Raids Spark Outrage in Los Angeles’ Immigrant Communities
The recent ICE raid on MacArthur park, Los Angeles, exposed brutal enforcement tactics and sparked widespread outrage. Residents and activists condemned the raid as barbaric, while critics called out Mayor Karen Bass and Governor Gavin Newsom for failing to protect immigrant communities. Growing frustrations highlight demands for stronger sanctuary policies and real protections for undocumented Californians.
Justice for Junior: The Story of Lesandro Guzman-Feliz and a Community’s Outcry
The tragic murder of 15-year-old Lesandro “Junior” Guzman-Feliz by members of the Trinitarios gang shocked the Bronx and the world, sparking the viral #JusticeForJunior movement. This in-depth piece explores the details of his case, the trial of his killers, the bodega controversy, celebrity reactions from Cardi B and others, and how Junior’s legacy continues to drive community change and calls for justice.
Don’t Look Away: Anti-Blackness Runs Deep Across Latin America, Not Just the DR
While the Dominican Republic is often portrayed as the face of anti-Blackness in Latin America, this narrative ignores the region-wide legacy of racism, exclusion, and erasure. From Argentina’s historical genocide of Black populations to Panama’s efforts to control Afro-Antillean migration, anti-Blackness is woven into the fabric of Latin America — and targeting Dominicans only deepens the problem.
Yalitza Aparicio Faced Racism and Colorism Despite Her Oscar Nod—A Wake-Up Call for Mexican Media
From Rosa Carmina to Mabel Cadena, Mexican actresses have long shaped global cinema with power, grace, and grit. Yet many remain overlooked. Katelina “Gata” Eccleston explores the rich legacy and evolving representation of Mexican women in film and TV—calling for deeper recognition of their artistry and cultural impact.
Ain’t I Latina: Celebrating 10 Years as the Premier Platform Empowering Afro-Latina Voices and Representation
Discover Ain’t I Latina, the leading platform founded by Janel Martinez that has empowered Afro-Latina voices for over a decade. Learn how this groundbreaking site combats Latinidad’s exclusion of Black Latinas by providing vital representation, community, and visibility that inspires and uplifts across the diaspora.
Humo Podcast Exposes U.S. Imperialism and Arrogant “Cool Dictator” Bukele: Must-Listen Political Analysis
Discover Humo, the compelling podcast by Daniel Alvarenga that exposes El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele’s authoritarian rule masked by his “cool dictator” image. For too long, Bukele’s branding distracted from the regime’s cruelty, but Humo offers in-depth analysis, firsthand stories, and critical insights that unpack the reality behind the headlines. Stay informed on El Salvador’s political climate with this essential, fearless podcast.
Why Latinidad Must Be Rethought: The Anti-Black Roots of Mestizaje and the Erasure of Afro-Latinos
Latinidad, long celebrated as a unifying identity, has deep roots in anti-Blackness and erasure. From the myth of mestizaje to modern-day media exclusion, Afro-Latinos have been systematically pushed to the margins. This critique explores the harms of Latinidad’s whitewashed foundations, citing voices like Janel Martinez, Rosa Clemente, Alan Pelaez Lopez, and Zahira Kelly who demand accountability and visibility for Black Latinxs.