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Denise Ramos-Vega in Caló News: “Commentary: We need more Latinas in political leadership”

UCLA LPPI Policy Fellow Denise Ramos-Vega penned an op-ed for Caló News where she discussed the power behind electing and mobilizing Latina candidates for public office.

Sonja Diaz on the Sacramento Bee: “‘Latinx’ banned on government documents by this Republican governor. Here’s why”

In an article for The Sacramento Bee, UCLA LPPI Founding Director Sonja Diaz discussed the recent ban on the term “Latinx” in Arkansas state documents and how it could be seen as exclusionary by the state’s growing population of Latinos.

Misael Galdamez in Capital & Main: “Paid Family Leave Helps Women Keep Jobs”

In a Capital & Main article, UCLA Research Analyst Misael Galdamez discusses a recent study on paid family leave (PFL). In the piece, Galdamez shares perspective on how PFL can improve economic outcomes for families, and the impact of lack of access to PFL, particularly on Latinas.

UCLA Report Finds Abortion Bans Have Outsized Impact on Latinas

The findings, from a study released today by the UCLA Latino Policy and Politics Institute, highlight the challenging post–Dobbs v. Jackson reality for Latinas, who as a group already face heightened barriers in accessing health care and now face an increased risk of unwanted pregnancies and maternal mortality.

Alan B. Rivera in Caló News: “Commentary: It’s past time for Kevin de León to resign”

UCLA LPPI Policy Fellow Alan B. Rivera penned an op-ed for Caló News where he analyzed the political climate surrounding the Los Angeles City Council. He argued for the resignation of Councilmember Kevin de León due to his racist and homophobic remarks as well as a recent altercation with an activist.

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