Latina/o and Mexican American Studies Department of Political Science, University of North Texas
Denton, TX
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🎉 ¡Las Posadas begins today! For the next 9 nights, communities across Latin America reenact Mary and Joseph's search for shelter, celebrating with processions, songs, and gatherings.🌟 #LasPosadas #FaithAndCulture #ChristmasTradition
🎉 Happy Birthday to the Queen of Salsa, Celia Cruz! Your music and spirit continue to bring joy to millions. #azucar celiacruz.com/
✊ On this day in 1970, the Chicano Moratorium took place in East L.A., protesting the disproportionate number of Chicano soldiers killed in Vietnam. guides.loc.gov/latinx-civil-… #ChicanoMoratorium #LatinoRights
📅 Today we remember journalist Ruben Salazar, who was tragically killed on this day in 1970 while covering the Chicano Moratorium. #RubenSalazar #Journalism
🇺🇾 ¡Feliz Día de la Independencia, Uruguay! Celebrate the beauty and spirit of Uruguay today. ¡Viva Uruguay! #IndependenciaUruguay
🇪🇨 ¡Feliz Día de la Independencia, Ecuador! Today we celebrate the vibrant culture and natural beauty of Ecuador. ¡Viva Ecuador! #IndependenciaEcuador
🚀 Happy Birthday to astronaut José Hernández! Your journey from farmworker to space is truly inspiring. astrojh.org/astronaut-jose-m… #JoséHernández #HappyBirthday
🇧🇴 Happy Independence Day, Bolivia! Today we honor the spirit and resilience of the Bolivian people. ¡Viva Bolivia! #IndependenciaBolivia
🇯🇲 Happy Independence Day, Jamaica! Today we celebrate the vibrant culture and history of this amazing island nation. #IndependenceDay #Jamaica
🎉 On this day in 1968, the Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund (MALDEF) was founded to protect the civil rights of Latinos. maldef.org/history/ #MALDEF #CivilRights
🎉 Happy Birthday to the multi-talented Selena Gomez! Your voice and presence are truly special. #SelenaGomez #HappyBirthdaySelena
🇨🇴 ¡Feliz Día de la Independencia, Colombia! Today we celebrate the strength and resilience of this great nation. ¡Viva Colombia! #IndependenciaColombia
🎸 Happy Birthday to the legendary guitarist Carlos Santana! Your music transcends generations. 🎶#CarlosSantana #HappyBirthdaySantana
🇳🇮 On this day in 1979, the Sandinista Revolution triumphed, leading to significant changes in Nicaragua’s history. #SandinistaRevolution #NicaraguanHistory
🏥 On this day in 1970, the Young Lords occupied Lincoln Hospital in the Bronx, demanding better healthcare for the Latino community. #YoungLords #LatinoActivism history.com/this-day-in-hist…
🇧🇸 Happy Independence Day, Bahamas! Celebrate the beauty and culture of this island nation today. #IndependenceDay #Bahamas
🇦🇷 Happy Independence Day, Argentina! Today we celebrate the rich culture and history of this beautiful nation. ¡Viva Argentina! #IndependenciaArgentina
🎨 Happy Birthday to the iconic artist Frida Kahlo! Your bold spirit and vibrant art continue to captivate and inspire. fridakahlo.org/ #FridaKahlo #HappyBirthdayFrida
🇻🇪 ¡Feliz Día de la Independencia, Venezuela! Today we honor the courage and resilience of the Venezuelan people. ¡Viva Venezuela! #IndependenciaVenezuela
🇲🇽 On this day in 1951, the Bracero Program ended, marking a significant chapter in the history of Mexican labor in the U.S. #BraceroProgram #LatinoLabor