...Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México University of California Institute for Mexico and the United States Review: The Third Generation: Reflections on Recent Chicano Historiography Author(s): David G. Gutiérrez Source: Mexican Studies / Estudios Mexicanos, Vol. 5, No. 2 (Summer, 1989), pp. 281-296 Published by: University of California Press on behalf of the University of California Institute for Mexico and the United States and the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México Stable URL: http://www.jstor.org/stable/1052091 . Accessed: 01/05/2011 16:00 Your use of the JSTOR archive indicates your acceptance of JSTOR's Terms and Conditions of Use, available at . http://www.jstor.org/page/info/about/policies/terms.jsp. JSTOR's Terms and Conditions of Use provides, in part, that unless you have obtained prior permission, you may not download an entire issue of a journal or multiple copies of articles, and you may use content in the JSTOR archive only for your personal, non-commercial use. Please contact the publisher regarding any further use of this work. Publisher contact information may be obtained at . http://www.jstor.org/action/showPublisher?publisherCode=ucal. . Each copy of any part of a JSTOR transmission must contain the same copyright notice that appears on the screen or printed page of such transmission. JSTOR is a not-for-profit service that helps scholars, researchers, and students discover, use, and build upon a wide range of content in a trusted digital archive....
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...Sunbelt: Contribution to Mexican Heritage in Houston Arnoldo De Leon's exploration of the history of Mexican Americans in Houston is a valuable addition to the growing number of studies examining the evolution of Latino empowerment, the book also discusses the change of the Mexican-American ethnic identity in the history of the population. The focus on a Mexican-American community in a city setting goes hand in hand with the works of Foley’s in The White Scourge, introducing the impact of Mexican presence in America. De Leon's Ethnicity in the Sunbelt follows a linear path following the changes of the Mexican-American community in the city of Houston. The book divides the development of this community into three parts: The arrival and consolidation of the Mexicans...
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...Culturally Competent Care for Mexican-Americans Terry A. Stevens Grand Canyon University: NUR 502- Theoretical Foundations for Nursing Roles and Practice January 13, 2016 Culturally Competent Care for Mexican-Americans For centuries nursing has been a dynamic, this is constantly evolving and adapting in response to a wide range of stimuli. A recent circumstance that has influenced nursing considerably is the consumer mandate for culturally competent care in an increasingly diverse, multicultural society. Although Euro-American culture has reign superior in the United States, the nation has shifted to a conviction where various ethnic, racial, and religious groups thrive in a single society. As a result, the importance of culturally competent care and understanding cultural differences is crucial for the nursing profession. This manuscript focuses on the Mexican-American culture. This particular culture was selected because Mexican-Americans represent the largest and fastest-growing minority population in the United States (Eggenberger, S.K., Grassley, J. & Restrepo E., 2006). Furthermore, Spanish is the second most commonly spoken language in the United States. The prevalence of the Mexican-American population suggests the need for nurses to become more accustomed with Mexican-American culture and values. The purpose of this document is to promote nurses’ awareness of culturally constructed concepts of the Mexican-American culture in order to provide culturally competent...
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...ETHNICITY DIFFRENCES AMONG MEXICIAN LATINOS IN AMERICAN. Mexico is a country located in the southern portion of North America, covers a period of more than two millennia. Mexico is a country that is very rich in history, tradition and culture. Mexico is made up of 31 states and one federal district. It is the third largest country in Latin America and has the largest population—more than 100 million—making it the home of more Spanish speakers than any other nation in the world. In United States, according to Gonzalez Mexican Latinos is the most populous Spanish speaking country in the world. It has 95 million residents, a high birth rate and desperate poverty (Gonzalez). Also, according to the Suarez and Paez in their book reported that the U.S Census Bureau claims that by the year 2050, a full quarter of U.S population will be of Latino origin in which Mexican American with a larger proportion. Mexican-Americans experience in the United States has been profoundly shaped by positives and negatives circumstances. The struggles with self-identification, economic factor, lack of quality education, discrimination at work and poor housing facility issue were the negative factors that Mexican-Americans battle with in United States. Even though, Mexican- Americans is very rich in history, tradition and culture...
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...Carpet Capital Culture Clash Issues The primary subject matter of this case concerns the issues faced in an U.S. company with a large percentage of immigrant Latino workers and the resulting interaction with their original Anglo workforce. There are numerous cultural misunderstandings in this case study between Anglo and Latino workforce. The Human Resource Department is unclear how to address the issues facing in the company. The restroom One of the cultural challenges that company is facing is soiled toilet paper scattered or piled all over the plant’s bathroom floors. In Mexico and other Latin American countries, the sewer or wastes pipes leading from the building are usually small in diameter compared with U.S. standards. In addition, the water pressure or volume generated is also less and toilets are much more prone to clogging. Individuals are taught at an early age to dispose their used toilet tissue into the basket provided. It is very much possible that restrooms at the company sites do not provide waster basket for used toilet tissues disposal. Or there is no sign in the restroom to let Latino workers know that their toilets have plenty of horsepower to flush away anything. Banking The Mexican banking system is much different than most Anglo Americans are used to. Mexicans distrust banking system due to history of corruption in Mexico. Many of them choose to keep their money in their house. Furthermore, many Mexican immigrants, in fact, immigrants in the U...
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...The Chicano Movement began during the civil rights era with three goals, which are, rights for farm workers, restoration of land, and education reforms. Latinos lacked influence in the national political arena before the 1960s. That changed when John F. Kennedy was elected president in 1960, this established Latinos as a significant voting bloc. After Kennedy was sworn into office, he appointed Hispanics to posts in his administration but he also considered the concerns of the Hispanic community. Mexican Americans began demanding that reforms be made in labor, education, and other sectors to meet their needs. Chicano radicals began demanding that the land is given to Mexican Americans during the civil rights era. They believed that it constituted...
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...to become American citizen candidates. In Galusca’s scholarly research paper, she explains this by, “Health, economic status, and race were central to anti-immigration discourses that labeled immigration as either “poor” or “good,” with the evident implication that immigrants of poor health, poor economic status,...
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...Social Movements and Trends His/145 May 29 2012 In the rare occasions when the U.S looks at unions, the media tends to view social movements as the creation of strong leaders. The view of Cesar Chavez and the United Farm Workers is one of the most evident events of all. Cesar Chavez the famous activist would have been 85 years old today. After his death in 1993 an abundance of coverage assumed that the Unite Farm Workers would not survive the tragedy. The Chicano movement began during the Civil Rights era with three main goals which included the restoration of land, rights for farm workers and developments in education. Prior to the 1960’s Latinos had no influence when it came to the national political arena. There was a complete turnaround in the 1960’s when the Mexican American Political Association worked to elect President John F. Kennedy, creating Latinos as a significant voting alliance. After Kennedy won the election he showed his appreciation towards the Latino community by assigning Hispanics to posts in his administration and he also took in consideration the concerns of the Hispanic community. Latinos, mainly Mexican Americans began demanding and were very persisting towards the reforms made in labor and education to meet their needs. Under the leadership of Cesar Chavez, the Chicano movement in the 1960's used economic pressure rather than violence to pursue civil rights for Mexican-Americans. The fight during the 1960’s to secure unionization for farm workers...
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...One of the largest and fastest growing minority groups in the United States consists of Mexican-Americans. The Mexican American history is riddled with discrimination, injustices, deportation, ethical cleansing, and suffering (Bravo, 2005). Many of the individuals among this group have been identified as being a particular concern among psychologists. Throughout the United States, there is a population of 20.8 million Hispanics in the United States, 13.3 million are that of Mexican American origin, 2.2 million are Puerto Rican, 1.1 million are Cuban, 2.8 million are Central and South American, and 1.4 million among other Hispanic groups (United States Bureau of the Census, 1991) Overall, working with this culture it is important for the psychologist...
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...During the mid twentieth century, many Mexican American farm workers protested unfair working conditions. Despite this plight for social justice, the Catholic Church did not choose to take action in supporting those in need. Consequently, many Mexican Americans felt as if their voices were not being valued within the Catholic community. Because it was among the most politically, economically, and spiritually influential institutions, without the Church’s support, Mexican Americans had little hope of promoting their cause. Cesar Chavez’s speech “The Mexican American and the Church” can be analyzed in light of Carl Roger’s philosophy in order to understand Chavez’s empathetic appeals to his audience. Chavez is able to empathize with his audience...
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...Hispanic groups contribute to the United States in several aspects of life: linguistics, politics, social interaction, the economy, religion, and familial structure. Hispanic groups include several, of those are four prominent races of which are Mexican Americans, Puerto Ricans, Cuban Americans, and Colombian Americans. Hispanic groups entail a diverse population apparent by various similarities and differences. Mexican Americans are the most significant Hispanic group in size within the United States, creating nine percent of the population. The majority of Mexicans reside within the South Western part of the U.S.. The Spanish speaking group often refer to their physical appearance as similar or close to that of the Caucasian race. Mexicans have contributed to the American economy by working low wage jobs as the result of illegal immigration. The increase in illegal immigration to the United States and possibility of deportation only allows Mexican workers employment in low paying jobs, lower class housing, and limited freedoms. Social interaction between Mexican Americans and other racial/ethnic groups is hindered by stereotyping and discrimination. Discrimination towards racial/ethnic groups is generally based on race, ethnicity, cultural practices, and social class. The segregation or separation of racial/ethnic groups is a present issue within Hispanic communities. An area exhibiting a large percentage of Hispanic individuals is referred to as a Barrio. Barrios are...
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...its own customs, traditions, and practices that are shaped by historical and social factors. In shaping a culture, history plays a huge role in the traditions and heritage that are passed down for generations. Giving thought to Mexican American culture Zoot Suits, farm workers, and many other movements have helped shape what we know as Mexican American culture today. To fully understand the Mexican-American culture, we...
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...In this essay will discuss several issues cover in this course, that have helped change and reinforce my ideas for social change. Prejudices and Stereotypes against Mexican Americans and its impact; the color gradient system in America and other societies and the class system around the world and its impact. Finally, the civil rights movement and the impact all of society. Understanding the stereotypes and prejudices against Mexican American people has helped change my stance on many issues including immigration. Mexican-Americans have faced stereotype and prejudices which has leads to unfair treatment and judgment against an entire race of people. The stereotype that all Mexican Americans speak Spanish effectively associates...
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...Analyse a Sociological Issue Course/120 December 18, 2010 2 Discrimination is a sociological term referring to the treatment taken toward or against a person of a certain group in consideration based solely on class or category. The terms race and ethnicity mean to understand the behavior and beliefs of people in terms of their cultural tradition and experiences. People should not let their cultural biases prevent them from understanding other people cultures. Some people will have difficulty given the emotional feelings and beliefs that they have regarding race and ethnicity. However, having an open mind in order to gain knowledge about other cultures is worth the effort. These concepts are important to the United States because of its cultural diversity. The most popular ethnic groups include Latinos, Chinese, African Americans, European Americans, etc. These ethnic groups are all in different States throughout the U.S. There are different ethnic groups in businesses working together towards a common goal of the company. That is the reason it is so important for people to have an open mind about different cultures and behaviors. These ethnic groups are attracted to the United States because of the principles on human rights, freedom of speech, and religious freedom. The color of a person’s skin or their cultural beliefs or behavior should not determine how they are treated. Everyone should be treated with equality...
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...the American public to acts of self-preservation that would not only expel persons of Mexican descent, but domestically born Mexican Americans as well. According to research conducted by Francisco Balderrama, author of Decade of Betrayal: Mexican Repatriation in the 1930s, at least 60% of those removed from the United States during the repatriation were legal citizens (22). Prior to the Repatriation Program, the Mexican community had already been identified as an inherent threat to the prosperity of the Euro-American working class. “Nativist rhetoric again transcended economic concerns to imply that Mexicans could not be assimilated and that nationality was determined not only by birthplace but also by...
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