The Labyrinth Towards U.S. Citizenship
I remember when I was sixteen and had lost my Green Card. Maggie, my Chinese American roommate sat next to me, confused as to why I had suddenly burst into […]
Author Archives: anagvargas
The Heart of Boyle Heights
Having befriended a local activist from the Boyle Heights, East LA area, I have had many opportunities to immerse myself into the everyday life Los Angelenos enjoy. Since I had […]
Failing Kids or Failing Schools?
Ms. M spoke to her 8th grade algebra class, “I will give you all the tools you need in order to pass the test this Friday. If you do not […]
The Lie of America as a Meritocracy
Meritocracy: a system in which people can move ahead on the basis of their achievement, or in other words, achieve the American Dream. Such a system implies equal opportunity, in […]
Venezuelans in South Florida
Earlier in October, comments about Chavez’s re-election in Venezuela flooded my Twitter and Facebook timeline. Friends living in Miami mentioned how their abuelitas, parents, and cousins were crying and upset […]
Chongalicious Definition
Laura Di Lorenzo (left) and Mimi Davila, creators of “Chongalicious” YouTube video. Picture from Miami New Times. An everyday scene across a Miami street, regardless of the day or hour, […]
Music and Immigration
Since immigration is a critical part of America’s history, it is no wonder that music today reflects the struggles of a new life in a new country. Cuban-American artist, Celia […]
Immigration Talk 