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Articles by Nancy Lopez
New Mexico deserves a census — not a survey
When we conduct a census — a full and complete count of the entire population — we all benefit. This is particularly urgent for New Mexico. To conflate a survey and administrative data with a census is the definition of anti-science. A census is a complete count. A survey is not. Administrative records are not. The distinction matters. When we compare demographic trends over time, we need apples-to-apples measures. All residents means all residents.
Critical ‘street race’ praxis: advancing the measurement of racial discrimination among diverse Latinx communities in the U.S
ABSTRACT Research demonstrates a causal link between increased exposure to racial discrimination and adverse health outcomes among diverse racial and ethnic populations in the U.S. However, most research on Latinx communities overlooks how discrimination varies according to individual accounts of how their race is perceived by others.
By conflating race and ethnicity, the next census could worsen inequality
If you were walking down the street, what race would strangers automatically assume you were? “Street race” – what race you look like, based on your skin color, facial features and more – is an important aspect of a person’s experiences. For example, research shows that a person who’s Hispanic but perceived as light-skinned does not experience the same level of discrimination as a Hispanic person who’s seen as darker-skinned. However, the U.S. census does not clearly capture these differences.
Why It’s So Important For Black People To Be Counted In The 2020 Census
If you were walking down the street, what race would strangers automatically assume you were? “Street race” – what race you look like, based on your skin color, facial features and more – is an important aspect of a person’s experiences. For example, research shows that a person who’s Hispanic but perceived as light-skinned does not experience the same level of discrimination as a Hispanic person who’s seen as darker-skinned. However, the U.S. census does not clearly capture these differences.
The US Census Bureau keeps confusing race and ethnicity
(THE CONVERSATION) If you were walking down the street, what race would strangers automatically assume you were? “Street race” – what race you look like, based on your skin color, facial features and more – is an important aspect of a person’s experiences. For example, research shows that a person who’s Hispanic but perceived as light-skinned does not experience the same level of discrimination as a Hispanic person who’s seen as darker-skinned.
The US Census Bureau keeps confusing race and ethnicity
(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.)(THE CONVERSATION) If you were walking down the street, what race would strangers automatically assume you were? “Street race” – what race you look like, based on your skin color, facial features and more – is an important aspect of a person’s experiences.
The US Census Bureau keeps confusing race and ethnicity
(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.)(THE CONVERSATION) If you were walking down the street, what race would strangers automatically assume you were? “Street race” – what race you look like, based on your skin color, facial features and more – is an important aspect of a person’s experiences.
The US Census Bureau keeps confusing race and ethnicity
(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.)Nancy Lopez, University of New Mexico(THE CONVERSATION) If you were walking down the street, what race would strangers automatically assume you were? “Street race” – what race you look like, based on your skin color, facial features and more – is an important aspect of a person’s experiences.
The US Census Bureau keeps confusing race and ethnicity
(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.)(THE CONVERSATION) If you were walking down the street, what race would strangers automatically assume you were? “Street race” – what race you look like, based on your skin color, facial features and more – is an important aspect of a person’s experiences.
The US Census Bureau keeps confusing race and ethnicity
(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.)(THE CONVERSATION) If you were walking down the street, what race would strangers automatically assume you were? “Street race” – what race you look like, based on your skin color, facial features and more – is an important aspect of a person’s experiences.
The US Census Bureau keeps confusing race and ethnicity
(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.)(THE CONVERSATION) If you were walking down the street, what race would strangers automatically assume you were? “Street race” – what race you look like, based on your skin color, facial features and more – is an important aspect of a person’s experiences.
The US Census Bureau keeps confusing race and ethnicity
(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.)(THE CONVERSATION) If you were walking down the street, what race would strangers automatically assume you were? “Street race” – what race you look like, based on your skin color, facial features and more – is an important aspect of a person’s experiences.
The US Census Bureau keeps confusing race and ethnicity
(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.)(THE CONVERSATION) If you were walking down the street, what race would strangers automatically assume you were? “Street race” – what race you look like, based on your skin color, facial features and more – is an important aspect of a person’s experiences.
The US Census Bureau keeps confusing race and ethnicity
(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.)Nancy Lopez, University of New Mexico(THE CONVERSATION) If you were walking down the street, what race would strangers automatically assume you were? “Street race” – what race you look like, based on your skin color, facial features and more – is an important aspect of a person’s experiences.
The US Census Bureau keeps confusing race and ethnicity
(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.)(THE CONVERSATION) If you were walking down the street, what race would strangers automatically assume you were? “Street race” – what race you look like, based on your skin color, facial features and more – is an important aspect of a person’s experiences.
The US Census Bureau keeps confusing race and ethnicity
(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.)(THE CONVERSATION) If you were walking down the street, what race would strangers automatically assume you were? “Street race” – what race you look like, based on your skin color, facial features and more – is an important aspect of a person’s experiences.
The US Census Bureau keeps confusing race and ethnicity
(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.)Nancy Lopez, University of New Mexico(THE CONVERSATION) If you were walking down the street, what race would strangers automatically assume you were?“Street race” – what race you look like, based on your skin color, facial features and more – is an important aspect of a person’s experiences.
The US Census Bureau keeps confusing race and ethnicity
If you were walking down the street, what race would strangers automatically assume you were? “Street race” – what race you look like, based on your skin color, facial features and more – is an important aspect of a person’s experiences. For example, research shows that a person who’s Hispanic but perceived as light-skinned does not experience the same level of discrimination as a Hispanic person who’s seen as darker-skinned. However, the U.S. census does not clearly capture these differences.
The US Census Bureau keeps confusing race and ethnicity
(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.)(THE CONVERSATION) If you were walking down the street, what race would strangers automatically assume you were? “Street race” – what race you look like, based on your skin color, facial features and more – is an important aspect of a person’s experiences.
Summer Pro Bono & Public-Interest Forum (2018)
Our 2018 Summer Forum features keynote speaker David Cole, national legal director for the American Civil Liberties Union. The ACLU is the oldest and largest civil-liberties organization in the nation. In his role as national legal director, David manages hundreds of lawyers, thousands of volunteers, and over 1,400 state and federal lawsuits on a broad range of civil-liberties issues.
How hospitals can thrive in value based payment environment
Increasingly complex reimbursement methodologies, stringent healthcare reforms, and changing healthcare models are the top challenges for hospitals and health systems today. Hospitals spend more on revenue cycle and IT infrastructure but failed to achieve optimal outcomes. Hospitals and health systems must focus on 7 areas in current value based care environment.
Best Practices in Pro Bono: Self-Care
Pro bono work can be challenging and emotionally draining, with long hours and the occasional (or more than occasional) client emergency. At our next Best Practices in Pro Bono breakfast, we’ll discuss how to care for your pro bono volunteers—and yourself!—to avoid burnout and optimize the pro bono experience for clients and volunteers alike.
Many contributed to success of Project Graduation
On behalf of Plainview High School Project Graduation 2016, we would like to take this opportunity to thank the following businesses that helped host our annual chemical-free night for the seniors immediately following graduation. Without such gracious support from these businesses, events like this would not be possible. The students had a grand celebration with fun and prizes.
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