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Racism

Dear Floridian Latinos, It’s Time To Talk About Your Role in Your Trump-Era Demise

Latino communities must confront their complicity with white supremacy to build true solidarity against ICE raids, deportations, and the Trump administration’s racist policies. This critical analysis explores how anti-Blackness, political alignment with conservative agendas, and the “not us, it’ll affect them” mindset have led many Venezuelans and Cubans in Florida into harm’s way. Real safety for Latinos begins with accountability, historical awareness, and united resistance alongside other marginalized communities.

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.

The Minstrelsy of Geisha Montes de Oca Mocks Amara La Negra

Dominican TV host Geisha Montes de Oca sparked outrage after performing in blackface to mock Afro-Dominican artist Amara La Negra, exposing the deep-rooted anti-Blackness still prevalent in Latin American media. What was framed as comedy quickly revealed itself as modern-day minstrelsy, reminding viewers that Afro-Latinas like Amara aren’t just fighting for fame—they’re fighting to be seen with dignity.