As told to Mattie Kahn:
SACRAMENTO - Ten Latino trailblazers received state recognition by the California Latino Legislative Caucus on May 1 during its 16th annual Latino Spirit Awards at the State Capitol.
The name on his birth certificate isn’t Kevin de León.
That’s how the Los Angeles Democrat identified himself more than two years ago when he was sworn in as the 47th president pro tem of the California Senate, the first Latino to hold the position in more than a century.
By: Cynthia Moreno
SACRAMENTO -- Every year, a new group of Latino lawmakers win their respective legislative seats, come to Sacramento and take the oath of office, bringing with them a set of ideals, different life experiences, educational attainments, political career trajectories and personal stories.
By: Cynthia Moreno
SACRAMENTO -- With President-elect Donald Trump ready to take office next month, California lawmakers are already gearing up for some of the tough battles they expect to fight.
On Monday, Dec. 5 after swearing in a new crop of lawmakers, many made their voices clear; that a Trump presidency will not have a say in how California conducts business.
The 15th annual Latino Spirit Awards held May 2 at the state Capitol, proved that point.
By: Cynthia Moreno
SACRAMENTO -- When it comes to describing the important role Latinos have played and continue to play in California, Pepe Aguilar sums it up best.
“We have been a very important part of the United States and certainly, of California for many generations and for many more generations to come. What is important is that there are people that are inspiring newer generations in a variety of different fields,” said Aguilar during a telephone interview.
SACRAMENTO -- Bárbara Torres received the Achievement Public Service award from the California Latino Legislative Caucus on May 2 during the 15th annual Latino Spirit Awards at the State Capitol in Sacramento.
