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UCLA Latino Groups Honor Cindy Montañez

On August 31st, Cindy Montañez, a dedicated public servant and advocate, shared the news of her advanced-stage cancer diagnosis. Starting her remarkable journey as the youngest member ever elected to the San Fernando Council at age 25, Montañez’s commitment led her to serve on the California State Assembly. Later, she continued her environmental advocacy as the assistant general manager of the L.A. Department of Water and Power.

UCLA LPPI in Yahoo! Finance: “20 Cities With The Most Hispanics”

Yahoo! Finance featured data published by UCLA LPPI about the state of Latino-owned businesses in California in their analysis of the economic contributions of Latinos in the country’s largest cities.

Statement on the Appointment of Miguel A. Santana as New President and CEO of the California Community Foundation

UCLA LPPI welcomes Miguel Santana as the new President and CEO of the California Community Foundation. We know Latino representation is essential in any sector where power is held, and decisions are made that directly impact Latinos and other communities of color.

Matt Baretto in the Seattle Times: “WA Must Redraw Yakima Valley Legislative Map Judge Says is Discriminatory “

UCLA LPPI Faculty Director Matt Barretto was quoted on the historic Federal Court that will allow Yakima Valley Latino voters to form a majority and have an opportunity to elect a candidate of their choice to the Washington Senate and House.

Dr. Yohualli B. Anaya in the SF Chronicle: “Latina Doctors are a Troubling Rarity, Study Finds”

San Francisco Chronicle featured our study on the urgent need for Latina doctors in California, and the U.S. Lead author Dr. Yohualli B. Anaya was quoted throughout the article.

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