Abstract This paper explores the two separate colonization initiatives that were undertaken by both Spain and Mexico and assesses how these two countries were unsuccessful in their move to create a HispanicCalifornia. This paper provides an analytical evaluation of these failed attempts in respect to the cultural environment of the time, from the mid- 1600s to 1850.
Abstract This paper discusses the effects of Hispanic culture on Southern California public education and ways a classroom teacher can accommodate language. It argues that although official bilingual programs are a thing of the past, educators must focus on this growing minority group.
From the Paper "According to the U S Bureau of the Census there are million persons of Hispanic or Spanish origin in the U S representing about ..."
Abstract In this paper the author takes an in-depth look at how the Hispanic population is faring in the United States. The author uses the 2002 census results as a reference point and then moves on to examine the education that Hispanics are receiving. The author concludes by asserting that if Hispanics become involved in the political system, this will help to understand and improve their situation.
From the paper:
?Thus, the presence of Hispanics in America today pose specific problems to various policymakers, educators and certain identified states. Hispanics generally do not view themselves as victims of discrimination, but their test scores and educational record account for institutionalized failure that adversely affects them.?
Tags:hispanic, population, demographics, minority, census, immigrants, naturalization, ins
Abstract This paper examines and analyzes Hispanic American theater and drama in the United States today. Prominent theater groups and artists are discussed, and the paper concludes with a discussion of the history and future of Hispanic American Theater.
Abstract This paper explores the difficulties faced by Hispanic-Americans throughout the twentieth century. It focuses primarily on their fight to achieve social, economic and political equality in the United States. It covers the time period of 1900 to the present. The author also explores Anglo stereotypes of Hispanics.
From the Paper "The difficulties that Latinos and Latinas have faced and continue to face in achieving social economic and political equality in the United States stem from historical conditions of social contact between a group-in-power and a group-out-of-power. Inevitably this contact has generated discriminatory attitudes, assumptions, judgments and stereotypes about Hispanic-Americans. ..."
Abstract This paper explains that minorities often do not receive adequate health care because they lack the economic resources to pay for it and do not have the political influence to generate reform. The author points out that Hispanic babies suffer from a lack of prenatal care in much greater numbers and Hispanic adults are dying in larger numbers than Caucasians. The paper relates that many Hispanics do not have equal access to diagnosis or treatment because often they are uninsured or because they live in areas where medical facilities are unavailable, poorly staffed or lack necessary medicines.
From the Paper I"n examining and explaining Hispanic views of health and health care providers, it is evident that they are troubled by the fact that minorities often do not receive adequate health care because they lack the economic resources to pay for it and do not have the political influence to generate reform. According to Smoak (2005) Hispanic babies suffer from a lack of prenatal care in much greater numbers, and Hispanic adults are dying in larger numbers than Caucasians afflicted the same illnesses and diseases because many Hispanics do not have equal access to diagnosis or treatment, often because they are uninsured or because they live in areas where medical facilities are unavailable, poorly staffed, or lack necessary medicines."
Abstract This paper describes the ethnic composition of street gangs, with an emphasis on those that attract Hispanic youth. Also discussed are the activities of drug gangs and their association with organized crime. Several theories describing the Hispanic gang phenomenon are presented, although the author believes they do not account for all the factors affecting Hispanic street gangs. Other theories also have to be considered in the understanding of this phenomenon.
Outline:
Introduction and Overview
Theoretical Perspectives
Conclusion
From the Paper " There are a number of different characteristics that set Hispanic street gangs apart from other gang types. These include the fact that Hispanic gangs are more likely to develop along ethnic and racial lines. It should also be noted in this regard that the term "Hispanic" is a nebulous term which is often used to include other indigenous cultures such as "...Chicanos, Mexicans, El Salvadorians, Cubans, South Americans, and anyone else from a Spanish-speaking country." (THE PROBLEMS OF DEFINITIONS ) Latino gangs are usually mainly male dominated. "Females who seemed to be with the gang all the time were perceived as more of a support system, companions, girlfriends, and some were referred to as "party animals." (THE PROBLEMS OF DEFINITIONS ) "
Abstract This paper looks at the underlying trends of each population growth factor separately, particularly the immigration factor. It includes several graphs and in-depth data of the population in the United States as a whole as well as divided into sectors. It gives an historical overview of the Hispanic immigration from its origin until the present day. Finally, it concludes that the Hispanic population will continue to grow rapidly into the largest minority group due to their immigration and birth rate.
From the Paper "Researchers in demographics have persistently foretold that the rapidly growing Hispanic population would inevitably develop into the leading minority group in the United States. Updated data released from the 2000 census reveal that this belief is fast approaching actualisation. The data indicates that America's Hispanic population grew by 58% during the 1990s, putting Hispanics practically equal with African Americans as the country's biggest minority group. Most demographers predicted that the Hispanic population would equal or exceed African Americans by 2005. But that may occur sooner than initially anticipated. (Travierso, Maria. 2001, 1) How has this approaching dominance among minorities occurred and what does this mean to the U.S. population at large?"
Tags:Hispanic, United, States, census, 2000, population, minority, demographics
Abstract This paper explore the most effective use of the mass media reach high net worth Hispanics in South Florida when selling wealth management products. The author defines their perceptions of different financial institutions in South Florida. The paper identifies products most important to them.
From the Paper "According to the U. S. Census Bureau, the Hispanic population in the United States increased by between ... and ... making Hispanics the fastest-growing minority group in America. It is projected that the Hispanic population will triple in size by ... reaching .... of the total U. S. population. Marketing to U. S. Hispanics is complex as the Hispanic population is a homogeneous marketing segment, yet they are a richly diverse group representing seventeen Latin American countries in addition to Puerto Rico and the Caribbean. Cultural traits, traditions and ..."
Tags: mass media, high net worth Hispanics, South Florida, wealth management products, demographics, socioeconomics, geographics, and pyschographics. marketing campaign.
Abstract This paper explains that Hispanics living in the United States today comprise the largest and fastest growing minority group in the nation. It describes their experiences, both collectively and as individuals, are varied, particularly in large metropolitan areas such as Los Angeles and New York City. The paper contends that alienation and acculturation are of paramount concern.
From the Paper "The plight of the Hispanic citizen in the United States is difficult to characterize a massive demographic that has made its home in an equally massive nation every major US city today boasts an impressive and diverse Hispanic population. Nowhere is this more true than in Los Angeles and New York City where Hispanic Americans number in the millions. But who are Hispanic Americans? To what degree have they assimilated to the broader mainstream American culture? How do they differ from one another ..."
Tags:hispanic, latino, americans, los angeles, new york city, assimilation, acculturation, immigration
Abstract This paper discusses the hypothesis of Richard Blauner as it relates to the Hispanic culture in the United States. It discusses the ideas of immigrants and colonization and their effects on the races that exist in America. It further demonstrates that Blauner's ideas are still relevant in the social make-up of the US, and that his theories can be applied to the hindrances placed on the races within the country.
From the Paper "Most Hispanics residing within the United States have voluntarily immigrated into American society. Therefore, according to Richard Blauner, these individuals will possess a greater chance of survival because they are capable of offering knowledge and skills to the societal order. Blauner states that, when this is the case, immigrants are better equipped to meet Americans on an equal societal footing. This is in opposition to races that are considered colonized. Colonized groups are those that came into this country by force, and are, therefore, socially considered less than equal to the average American. These concepts of social standing are ingrained into the social structure, and regardless of the changes in a group's willingness to arrive in this country voluntarily in later years, society maintains the concept of the race by reflecting on their origins in this country."
Abstract The paper evaluates the significance of Hispanic-American characters in modern soap operas, emphasizing the importance of strong characterizations that are not stereotypical in nature. The paper explains how in many cases, stereotypes dominate these female characters, which prohibits them from providing realistic portrayals of this culture in the modern world.
From the Paper "In the modern world, women play a critical role in the television media throughout all walks of life. In the fantasy world of soap operas, women are prominent figures in these shows where they are featured in many lead roles as well as supporting players. Hispanic-American women have emerged as important figures in the daytime world in recent years; however, there are still a number of stereotypes that infiltrate their presence on these shows. The following discussion will evaluate an article that discusses this topic in greater detail, demonstrating the roles that these women play in the daytime soap opera world. Several soap operas that appear on the ABC network served as the focus of an article that emphasizes the significance of color and race on daytime television (Jenrette et al. 3)."
Abstract The paper is a discussion on the origins of the peoples comprising the Hispanic Americans and notes that this term is a generic term used to describe immigrants to America that come from all parts of Latin America. The paper discusses and compares the affiliations, education levels, and cultural and political issues of these different peoples.
From the Paper "Although the term 'Hispanic-American' is often used as a generic term, this is not necessarily an accurate linguistic portrayal of this demographic group in terms of its economic, social, political and cultural diversity. Hispanic-Americans are Spanish-speaking people or people with Spanish-speaking origins who trace their roots Cuba, Mexico, Puerto Rico, other countries in Central America and South America and Spain (Therrien & Ramirez, 2001). But Hispanic-Americans, especially recent immigrants may not perceive themselves as 'Hispanic' because of their many differences from those who are subsumed into the same census category. Rather, some Hispanic-Americans may see themselves as Cuban-Americans, Mexican-Americans, Dominican-Americans, or Puerto Ricans. "Thirty years ago immigrants from Latin America who settled in the United States were perceived in terms of their home nation--as, for example, Cuban-Americans or Mexican-Americans, just as European newcomers were seen as Italian-Americans or Polish-Americans ("Inventing Hispanics," 2001, The Brookings Review) The immigrant influx from Central and South America, which has grown substantially, in recent years, may be most erroneously referred to as generically Hispanic, given the profound tensions and cultural differences that can exist between individuals from different nations from the region."
Abstract This paper presents a brief history of the Native Americans of California, focusing on their struggles with colonizing Europeans and their eventual loss of land and civil rights. The paper traces the history of Native Americans in the US back to their arrival in North America from Asia. Next the author describes their settlement and cultures in North America, and California specifically. The paper highlights the arrival of Europeans to Californian, describing the Native American's subsequent loss of loss of land, culture and autonomy. Special attention is paid to the effects of reservations on the Native American population.
Outline:
California Indians
Population Decline of California Indian
Figure-1: Native California [Census 2000]
Figure-2: Native California Population [Census 2000]
Indian Plight since Columbian Period
Paper includes maps and charts.
From the Paper "This exploitation continued well into the twentieth century and displacement of Native Indian from reserves continued with little or no compensation until the early twentieth century. The enlightened society of the twentieth century began to apply the laws which have been on the statutes for centuries to all Americans. Discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion and sex can not be legally justified anymore. This important factor now provides legal rights and new protection to Native Indians. "
Abstract This paper presents an essay that explores the concept of the California dream, as discussed in the book, "California Dreams and Realities". The essay touches upon the impact of immigration, the environment, education, economics, the entertainment industry, and the automobile industry on the California Dream.
From the Paper "In "California Dreams and Realities", editors Sonia Maasik and Jack Solomon maintain that California is neither the sun-drenched land of glitter and glamour that many outsiders imagine when they think of the Golden State nor is it the war zone that has recently captured the national imagination. In a state where the one constant of life is change the California Dream is part myth, part reality and typically something in between for those who inhabit the Golden State. From a review of the essays in..."
Tags: Steinbeck, Fitzgerald, pollution, University of California, Hollywood, inequality, Silicon Valley, politics, corruption, water
