The idea that there is a Latin American voting bloc has, perhaps, been one of the surest ways to disengage Latino voters from American political campaigns.
Author - Christina Martin Kenny
Christina Martin Kenny is a first generation Cuban-Dominican American living in the Washington, DC area. A perpetual bookworm, Christina always has a book in hand. She loves to travel, has been to over 30 countries, and has run 7 marathons. Having lived in London, New York, Boston, and now, DC for nearly 10 years, Christina adores her adopted home city where she lives with her husband and daughter.
A career fundraiser, Christina has worked with nonprofit organizations across the globe focused primarily on social justice, women's rights, and affordable housing. Today, Christina is building a consulting firm that supports corporate charitable giving and thoughtful corporate/nonprofit partnerships. Christina holds degrees in Political Science and International Development from Hofstra and New York Universities.
With elements of history, magic, and thriller, this is a brilliant new novel that explores magical realism in the modern age and is well worth reading.
There are many reasons why this film is revered by audiences, including its precise, and perfect representation of Latino culture.
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From Argentina to Venezuela, this list of Latin American books from 15 different authors will inspire and connect you.
This list of books celebrates Latinx culture at every age. From children's books to steamy romance novels, it's got it all.
Chanel Cleeton’s 2018 “Next Year in Havana,” felt like a piece of home. So since reading that, I’ve read everything she's published.
While multi-generational books can often feel cluttered, this left me wanting more.
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