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Don't become the person your abuela warned you about
I was born and raised in Miami by Cuban parents who fled a dictatorship. Like every Cuban kid here, I grew up hearing stories—at school, at family parties, or from the viejito at the La Carreta ventanita—about how awful life in Cuba was before they left. Those stories are everywhere here. You can't grow up in Miami without them. They're about fear, repression, poverty. About sneaking away in the dead of night, leaving everything behind, risking it all for a shot at freedom. I respect those stories.
Guest Opinion: What Urvashi Vaid taught me
On a recent morning, when I dropped my daughters off at school, I reflected on what America has looked like to them. They've lived through the COVID pandemic, one Donald Trump presidential term already, and now the reelection of the man who is against so many values our family stands for.
Queer Latinas belong everywhere - including politics
I was recently thinking about how campaign season has a way of testing everything—patience, endurance, and sometimes even friendships. It’s easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of politics, where every issue feels personal and each opinion is louder than the last. So, what happens when you and a close friend find yourselves on opposite sides of the ballot? Does it mean the end of a friendship?
Queer Latinas belong everywhere - including politics
The Washington Post recently had two columns relating to Black voters. One column was ‘Harris is trying to reverse a steep decline in Black turnout in Wisconsin;’ and the second column was ‘Obama admonishes Black men for hesitancy in supporting Harris.’ In the column about Obama the former president talks about some Black men who are uncomfortable voting for a woman, and are coming up with excuses.
Kids need protection from guns, not from gay people - LGBTQ Nation
In the past few weeks, approximately 50 million K-12 kids across the country started a new school year. In my family, my girls were so excited about new backpacks and making new friends. Last week, I dropped them off and, like every morning, told them I love them and that I hope they have a good day. Just a few hours later, I saw the news: The first school shooting of this school year happened in Georgia, leaving two teachers and two 14-year-olds dead.
Climate Justice is LGBTQ+ Justice: Electing Leaders Who Will Protect Our Community from the Climate Crisis
Imagine your community has been hit by a hurricane, tornado, or wildfire, and you have nowhere to go because you don’t have resources and shelters discriminate against you for your identity or for being transgender. This is a devastating reality for many in the LGBTQ+ community. A young transgender woman in Florida faced this reality when a hurricane forced her to evacuate, and she was turned away from multiple shelters because they didn’t accept transgender people.
Running for Our Lives: The urgency of LGBTQ+ representation in American politics
In the world of American politics, one truth remains constant: the influence of our voices has the power to shape the future. As a former candidate for office, I’ve witnessed firsthand the transformative impact of grassroots activism and political engagement. My journey has been deeply personal as a lesbian woman living in this country. I ran for office after having beat cancer, determined to make a difference in my community.
Guest Opinion: Running for our lives: The urgency of LGBTQ+ representation in American politics
In the world of American politics, one truth remains constant: the influence of our voices has the power to shape the future. As a former candidate for office, I've witnessed firsthand the transformative impact of grassroots activism and political engagement. My journey has been deeply personal as a lesbian woman living in this country. I ran for office after having beat cancer, determined to make a difference in my community.
VER RESULTADOS EL 8 DE NOV.: Elecciones al Congreso del Estado de Florida
VER RESULTADOS EL 8 DE NOV.: Elecciones al Congreso del Estado de Florida (WPLG) Los resultados de todas las carreras del Congreso estatal se pueden ver a continuación el día de las elecciones. Todas las demás elecciones se pueden encontrar haciendo clic aquí.
VIEW RESULTS ON NOV. 8: Florida State Congressional races
VIEW RESULTS ON NOV. 8: Florida State Congressional races (WPLG) Results for all state Congressional races can be viewed below on Election Day. All other races can be found by clicking here.
California Retail Market Through the Prism of Digital Transformation
As technologies like artificial intelligence, autonomous checkouts, and AR/VR sweep the globe, their effects can be felt deeply here in California’s retail market. Businesses and consumers both are adapting to this digital transformation, and regulators are racing to catch up as well. Using the Power of AI for Data-Drive Decision-Making One of the most valuable technologies shaping the California retail market is artificial intelligence.
Why You Should Consider Offering Employee Snacks and Corporate Catering
There are many ways companies and enterprises can boost the productivity of their employees at work. One of the most common ways is providing free food. Food is a basic need that each person would appreciate. It might surprise you how a simple act like stuffing the office kitchen with snacks boosts your employees’ morale. Giving corporate catering and snacks to your workers can go a long way to increasing their morale at work.
The Overall Positive Effects Crypto Has On Online Casinos
How does the development of cryptocurrency affect online casinos? We are all witnesses of the undisputable potential of cryptos booming in recent years. As many types of crypto emerged in the past decade – besides the standard Bitcoin at the moment – so did the possibilities of utilizing crypto in different sectors, including the gambling industry and online casinos.
Becoming a Nurse Practitioner: Tips for the First Year
You might think obtaining a healthcare degree is tough. You may often think that things will get better once you toss the graduation cap in the air during your education period. However, the first year at your nursing job is always the most challenging yet the most rewarding. You’re uncertain about most things even though you’ve spent a great amount of time studying all of them. Also, you realize that there is a lot more in healthcare than what’s taught.
Digital Transformation: The State of Europe and The United States
Europe has been at the forefront of technological innovation for centuries and is now leading the way in terms of digital transformation. According to a report from contino.io, many of Europe’s business leaders are embracing their roles and abilities to bring digital transformation to their businesses with great success. These tech leaders in top industries across Europe explained how they have embraced these disruptive technologies to advance this course of their respective industries.
Exchanging BTC to LTC
In as much as Bitcoin (BTC) has proved to be the most popular cryptocurrency in the market now, there’s no hiding that other currencies seem appealing. Litecoin (LTC) seems to get much of this attention. So it is not surprising that many people are doing the BTC to LTC exchange in large numbers. Moreover, LTC has become too good to ignore as a long-term investment plan. Due to these underlying facts, we came up with this article to help you know how to convert BTC to LTC in the safest way possible.
Let’s Get Digital: 7 Types of Software That All Business Owners Need
Business software is defined as a set of computer programs designed to perform specific tasks for a business. This software package allows for tasks to be done quicker and much more efficiently than if it was done by an individual. In an increasingly digital age, all businesses need software, and there are several different types of software that businesses use.
How to Get the Most Out of Your Vacation
Vacations are the perfect time to kick back and relax, but everyone has experienced at least one getaway that hasn’t gone exactly to plan. While you can’t take control of everything, there is nothing worse than having a disappointing vacation because you have chosen the wrong traveling companion, haven’t organized the essentials before you left, or have done any research on the destination you have chosen.
ААА games vs Indie Games
Indie games have been around since the advent of video games. The main difference that should be discussed here is not a comparison between a small and a large studio, but rather the size and possibilities of projects. Usually all this can be reduced to the risks inherent in the project, that is, the risks of those who finance the enterprise. People who invest money usually want to make money on their investments. And the more investment, the more earnings are expected.
Alternative Online Payment Methods to PayPal
Online gaming and shopping have become so inundated into our society, we can often take payment methods for granted. Among the most popular payment methods for sites such as Neteller Casino is PayPal. PayPal has become the top payment method and is accepted almost anywhere, but it is not the only one. More and more people are turning to PayPal as an alternative method to access online games and worldwide shopping.
On the Fence About Starting Your Own Practice?
It’s likely that you became a medical professional in order to help people and make a difference in their lives. Unfortunately, that can be hard to do sometimes when you’re working under the direction of another person or organization. This is why many physicians choose to open their own practice. Opening a medical practice (or any type of business) can be a challenge because there are several steps to take in order to get your practice up and running.
Can NMN Supplements Slow Down the Process of Aging?
Most adults are conscious about the way they feel and the way they look as they grow old. Nobody wants to age; nobody wants to see saggy skin, wrinkles and loss of energy. Hence, everybody wishes there was some magic elixir that could stop the aging process or even reverse it. While there may not be a magical drink or potion, there is still one solution to this: NMN. NMN is one of the most researched and talked about substances globally, which is said to have anti-aging properties.
Recovering From a Divorce
No one arranges a wedding with the idea of calling it quits soon. But life often makes its amendments, and here you are: watching a sheriff handing you over divorce papers. Every tenth married person in Washington State ends up abandoned by their spouses. So if you happened to be among them, the first thing you should know: you’re not alone. It may seem like the end of the world right now. But relief will eventually follow. Denying They say there are always signs of an upcoming divorce.
El Mes del Orgullo es más que una bandera, es apoyar a la comunidad LGBTQ todo el año | Opinión
Mercedes Mehling Unsplash El Mes del Orgullo brinda un momento para reflexionar sobre las luchas y los triunfos con mucho esfuerzo que yo y muchos otros han logrado al declararnos LGBTQ+. Como estadounidense de primera generación nacida de padres exiliados cubanos y criada en Miami, crecí con la presión de la tradición. Cuando era joven en una familia católica conservadora, la tradición dictaba casarse con un hombre.
Pride Month is more than just a flag. Stand in solidarity with LGBTQ+ community all year long | Opinion Original
LGBTQ+ issues are front and center during June, Pride Month. However, the community’s concerns warrant attention beyond one month. Getty Images Pride Month provides a time to reflect on the struggles and triumphs that I and many others endured when coming out as LGBTQ+. As a first-generation American born to Cuban exiles and raised in Miami, I grew up with the pressure of tradition. As a young girl in a conservative Catholic family, tradition dictated marrying a man.
The Challenges of Being a Woman Working in a Male-Dominated Field
Some professional fields are undisputedly dominated by men. According to the National Center for Women and Information Technology, only 26 percent of computing occupations are occupied by women, while women in engineering and architecture hover around 16 percent. Male doctors outnumber female doctors, 64 to 36 percent, and the tech world is notorious for its gender disparity. I worked in law enforcement for almost seven years, and I was always outnumbered by men.
Commentary: The Challenges of Being a Woman Working in a Male-Dominated Field
Some professional fields are undisputedly dominated by men. According to the National Center for Women and Information Technology, only 26 percent of computing occupations are occupied by women, while women in engineering and architecture hover around 16 percent. Male doctors outnumber female doctors, 64 to 36 percent, and the tech world is notorious for its gender disparity. I worked in law enforcement for almost seven years, and I was always outnumbered by men.
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