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WASHINGTON, D.C. – In 1828, the U.S. Congress created the United States Capitol Police (USCP). Its sole mission was to provide security for the United States Capitol Building. Since that time, countless lives have been protected while the

U.S. Capitol continues to thrive. Almost two centur ies la ter, the USCP has expanded in numbers, duties, and responsibilities.

Today, one of their primary duties is the protection of Members of Congress, Officers of the U.S. Senate, U.S. House of Representatives and their families. They serve these individuals throughout the entire U n i t e d S t a t e s , i t s territories and possessions, and throughout the District of Columbia.

How did a Puerto Rican kid from the mean streets of New York come to protect the senior senator from Hawaii? Luis Alberto Diaz is a NuYoRican (Puerto Rican born in New York) born in the Lower East Side of Manhattan. At the age of 10, his family moved to Philadelphia. He attended high school there and was a member of the school’s Marine Corps JROTC (Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps) program.

He said: “I was fascinated by the military and excelled in JROTC. When I graduated I enl is ted in the Marine Corps and was assigned as an amphibious assault crewman/crew chief. I was part of the

combat support mission and used large amphibious vehicles to transport troops from ship-to-shore. I served honorably for four years.”

He went on: “I was a product of the welfare system. I grew up without a father and - to this day – I’m 41-years-old and still don’t know who my father was. But I never let that stop me from being motivated to go after things I wanted. When I

got out of the Marine Corps, I s t a y e d i n N o r t h C a r o l i n a and became a d e p u t y s h e r i f f . I had that job from 1992 to 1998.”

How did like the job and l iv ing i n N o r t h C a r o l i n a ? He said: “I enjoyed my time there, but I started g e t t i n g homesick and my mother a l s o h a d health issues, so I started looking for a job closer to Philadelphia.

I had an aunt that lived in Baltimore County, so started applying for law enforcement positions in that entire area. I took several examinations and the USCP was the first organization to respond.”

Diaz continued: “I accepted a job with the USCP and attended their six-month academy. And I’m proud to say that I’m the first Latino to graduate as

HONOLULU, Hawaii – Once again, Hawaii Pacific University has applied for a U.S. Department of State grant to host a Summer Institute for English Language Educators. And, for the third time in a row, HPU’s application was approved at the highest levels in the nation. From June 4 to July 5, the university hosted 26 educators from 21 different nations.

Dr. Carlos Juárez, HPU professor of Political Science and Honorary Peruvian Consul, is the principal investigator for the grant project. Thanks to him, HPU has received $1.97 million in funding for this project since 2008. Juárez arranged interviews for me with the five participants from Latin America: Alvaro Del Castillo Alba (Bolivia); Claudia Muñoz Moreno (Bolivia); Barbara Duqueviz (Brazil); María Eugenia Rodríguez (El Salvador); and Juan Carlos Camps from (Paraguay).

What is the purpose of your coming here to HPU? Rodríguez said: “We are a group of 26 professionals that


Luis Alberto Diaz on “The Hill”

In thIs Issue: Business: SBA Pa-triot Express Loans Top $633M pg. 3

Government: US Labor Department announces nearly $84 million for ca-reer training and housing assistance to migrant and seasonal farmworkerspg. 6

Community: New York City Latina Council Mem-ber advocates for and de-fends her constituents pg. 10

Education: Secretary Duncan calls DREAM ACT “Common sense legislation in keeping with core American val-ues”, pg. 12

La Cocina: Grilled Pork Chops and Onions, pg 27

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2010 Small Business procurement data shows significant progress toward 23

percent federal contracting goal

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WASHINGTON, D.C – The federal government awarded nearly $100 billion in federal contracts to small businesses in Fiscal Year (FY) 2010, showing an increase in federal prime contract dollars to small businesses for the second straight year after four years of decline.

T h e U . S . S m a l l B u s i n e s s Administration announced today that in FY 2010 (Oct. 1, 2009 – Sept. 30, 2010), small businesses won a record $97.95 billion in federal contracts, or 22.7 percent of eligible contracting dollars. This marks the largest single year increase in more than five years, and is a significant improvement over FY 2009, when 21.9 percent of contracting dollars were awarded to small businesses.

Performance in four out of five of the small business prime contracting categories showed marked improvement, with increases in contract dollars and also in performance against statutory goals. Over the past year, SBA has increased its efforts and collaboration with federal agencies to provide increased opportunities for small businesses to compete for and win federal contracts.

“When the federal government

gets contracts into the hands of small businesses, it is a ‘win-win’ situation: small businesses have the opportunity to grow and create jobs and the federal government gets access to some of the most innovative and nimble entrepreneurs,” said SBA Administrator Karen G. Mills. “We are proud of the achievement the government has made in, but are d e t e r m i n e d t h a t t h e government wi l l meet and exceed t h e goal. SBA is focused on a number of key initiatives to help increase small business contracting opportunities, as well as combat fraud, waste or abuse. These efforts will ensure the benefits of our programs continue to go to the intended recipients.”

Additionally, the SBA released the FY 2010 Small Business Procurement Scorecards, which provides an assessment of each agency’s yearly small business contracting achievement against its goal with a grade A through F. Ten agencies’ grades increased from FY 2009, 10 agencies’ grades stayed the same and four agencies’ grades decreased. The agency breakdown is as follows:

• 13 agencies received an “A”• 5 agencies received a “B”• 4 agencies received a “C”• 2 agencies received a “D” The federal government received a

“B” on the government-wide Scorecard, just less than one point short of an “A”. This grade reflects significant efforts by f e d e r a l agencies toward meeting

the 23 percent statutory goal, but indicates the need for cont inued

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Report and Scorecards also reflect efforts to strengthen the integrity

of the contracting data and more thoroughly address

errors. While each federal agency is responsible for ensuring the quality of its own contracting data, SBA conducts additional analyses to help agencies identify potential data anomalies. As part of its ongoing data quality efforts, the SBA is working with federal agency procurement staff to: provide tools to facilitate review of data; implement improvements to procurement systems; and conduct training to improve

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WASHINGTON, D.C. -- In just four years the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Patriot Express Pilot Loan Guarantee Initiative has provided more than $633 million in SBA-guaranteed loans to 7,650 veterans to start or expand their small businesses.

Patriot Express, a pilot loan product, with streamlined paperwork, and based on the agency’s SBA Express program, offers an enhanced guaranty and interest rate on loans to small businesses owned by veterans, reservists and their spouses.

“As Independence Day arrives it is only natural for us to reflect on America’s veterans – men and women who have the leadership skills and experience

Guard and their spouses.Patriot Express loans are offered

by SBA’s network of participating lenders nationwide and feature one of SBA’s fastest turnaround times for loan approvals. Patriot Express loans are available for up to $500,000.

The Patriot Express loan can be used for most business purposes, including start-up, expansion, equipment purchases, working capital, inventory or business-occupied real-estate purchases. Local SBA district offices can provide lists of Patriot Express lenders in their areas. Details on the initiative can be found at www.sba.gov/patriotexpress.

To learn more about additional opportunities for veterans available through the SBA at www.sba.gov/vets.

to become successful entrepreneurs and small business owners,” said SBA Administrator Karen Mills. “The impact of this program the last four years has meant thousands of veterans and their families have had the resources to pursue their dreams as entrepreneurs, and at the same time create jobs and drive economic growth at a critical time for our country.”

Patriot Express was launched June 28, 2007, to expand upon the more than $1 billion in loans SBA guarantees annually for veteran-owned businesses across all its loan programs. SBA also offers counseling assistance and procurement support each year to more than 200,000 veterans, service-disabled veterans, reservists and members of the National

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WASHINGTON, D.C. -- In a continuation of the powerful momentum set through the collaborative vision and commitment of the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC) and Walmart, another new innovative program has been launched to strengthen the contribution of Hispanic businesses in America.

The USHCC Foundation accepted a $500,000 grant from Walmart to support the national USHCC Foundation Green Builds Business (GBB) initiative and selected Milwaukee as the launch city for the program which will be introduced in 11 cities across the United States this year.

"GBB is a vital training program that empowers Latino entrepreneurs to realize their full profit potential in a green and sustainable economy," says Nelson Soler, President of Latino Entrepreneurial Network LEN and owner of the Multicultural Entrepreneurial Institute.

The Green Builds Business Program is a full day of coaching on best green practices adopted by companies like Walmart in an effort to lower operating costs, increase revenues, and motivate workers while enhancing the health of people and the planet.

"The USHCC and Walmart have enjoyed a remarkable year designing and implementing programs that are making a positive impact with Hispanic business for the benefit of our American economy," says Javier Palomarez, president and CEO of the USHCC. "This is a perfect

example of how big business can effect a positive and long-lasting change in Hispanic communities throughout the United States. We appreciate Walmart's

leadership and support on this program, which brings together Walmart as our valued corporate partner with local chambers for the benefit of our small businesses across America," continues Palomarez.

In addition to the Green Builds Business Program, the USHCC and Walmart have collaborated on programs such as BizFest: Youth Entrepreneurship Competition. In its second year, BizFest is a USHCC Foundation signature program that empowers Latino Youth with knowledge and insight into the world of business. BizFest is held in a number of cities throughout the U.S., providing Hispanic high school students with the tools and motivation to stay in school, go to college or pursue their entrepreneurial dreams to become the future business leaders of this country.

At the 31st Annual USHCC National Convention held in September, 2010 in Dallas, Texas, Walmart was named the Corporation of the Year by the USHCC for its commitment to enhancing business opportunities and success for Hispanic small businesses through its numerous programs, initiatives and commitment to supplier diversity.

"It is the belief of the USHCC that Walmart is a force for positive change in the communities it serves," adds Javier Palomarez. Recently, the USHCC publically supported Walmart's campaign to launch a retail presence in the New York and Washington D.C. metropolitan markets.

Join the USHCC, Fortune 500 companies, Hispanic Business Enterprises (HBEs) and local Chambers of Commerce in Miami to connect, strategize and grow at the 32nd Annual National Convention & Business Expo on September 18th - 21st at the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami Beach. For more information about the Convention, please visit http://www.ushccconvention.com


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UH law professor Susan Serrano and Robin Hirano

Community members helped Soul De Cuba celebrate its 5th anniversary

Soul De Cuba (SDC) owner Jesús Puerto, and members of the Hawaiian Community

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Mari, David, Jr., David and Monique Smith congratulate Jesús Puerto

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G O V E R N M E N TUS Labor Department announces nearly $84

million for career training and housing assistance to migrant and seasonal farmworkers

(Edi tor ’s Note: Two of the organizations receiving grants service Hawaii: Maui Economic Opportunity will get $330,485 to provide career training; and the Rural Community Assistance Corp in California will get $115,787 for housing assistance.)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Labor just announced $83,941,360 in grants through the National Farmworker Jobs Program to combat the chronic unemployment and underemployment experienced by migrant and seasonal farmworkers, who depend primarily on agricultural labor jobs. A total of $78,253,180 will go to 52 organizations nationwide to provide training, employment and support services for farmworkers and their families. An additional $5,688,600 will go to 16 organizations to provide temporary or permanent housing assistance.

The National Farmworker Jobs Program helps eligible workers improve their agricultural job skills, and train for careers in emerging industries and occupations that offer higher wages and more stable employment. The program also offers services such as child care, health care and transportation assistance.

“Agricultural workers face significant barriers to stable employment, and all too often it is their families who pay the price,” said Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis. “These grants address this reality by not only helping workers improve and expand their job skills, but also by providing housing and other

crucial support services.”

The housing assistance grants w i l l p r o v i d e p e r m a n e n t h o u s i n g a s s i s t a n c e , temporary and/or emergency h o u s i n g assistance, or a combination of both. Permanent h o u s i n g a s s i s t a n c e services include pre-development and development services; project m a n a g e m e n t ; a n d r e s o u r c e development to secure acquisition, construction or renovation, and other operating funds for farmworker housing. Temporary housing assistance services include housing units for temporary occupancy, the management of such housing units, emergency housing payments and case management. Services typically are provided in more than one state or areas of a single state.

The National Farmworker Jobs Program is authorized by Congress in Section 167 of the Workforce Investment Act of 1998, and grants are allocated through a formula that estimates the number of eligible workers in each state or territory. Puerto Rico and 45 states each have one grantee. California has five grantees. There are no grantees in Alaska. Connecticut and Rhode Island are

considered a combined service delivery area, as are Maryland and Delaware.

The grants cover a two-year period but are funded on an annual basis. The awards a n n o u n c e d t o d a y are for July 1, 2011, through June 30, 2012. Second year allocations will be dependent on the funds available through the fiscal year 2012 appropriations process and on grantees’ compliance with all current and future

departmental guidance.

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Farmworkers and their families attempt to: help achieve economic self-sufficiency, contribute to the stabilization of the farmworkers' continued employment in farmwork, acquire skills that permit

them to upgrade their employment in agriculture or to progress to other employment outside of farmwork, and support the farmworker during job training.

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US Labor Department announces grant to

fund re-employment, eligibility assessments

for unemployment insurance in Hawaii

NOTICE TO HISPANIC AND/OR WOMEN FARMERS

OR RANCHERS

COMPENSATION FOR CLAIMS OF DISCRIMINATION

USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

If you believe that the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) improperly denied farm loan benefits to you between 1981 and 2000 because you are Hispanic, or because you are female, you may be eligible to apply for compensation. This means you may be eligible if:

1. you sought a farm loan or farm-loan servicing during that period; and

2. the loan was denied, provided late, approved for a lesser amount than requested, or approved with restrictive conditions, or USDA failed to provide an appropriate loan service; and

3. you believe these actions were based on your being Hispanic, or your being female.

If you want to register your name to receive a claims packet, you can call the Farmer and Rancher Call Center at 1-888-508-4429 or access the following website: www.farmerclaims.gov

In 2011, a claims administrator will begin mailing claims packages to those who have requested one through the Call Center or website. The claims package will have detailed information about the eligibility and claims process.

For guidance, you may contact a lawyer or other legal services provider in your community.

If you are currently represented by counsel regarding allegations of discrimination or in a lawsuit claiming discrimination, you should contact your counsel regarding this claims process.

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WA S H I N G TO N – T h e U . S . Department of Labor today announced $48.7 million in funding for 37 states and the District of Columbia to implement re-employment and eligibility assessments for beneficiaries of unemployment insurance. Hawaii is receiving a $703,100 grant.

Two states, Kentucky and South Dakota, are receiving grants for the first time, while 35 states and the District of Columbia are being awarded additional funds to continue their initiatives. The funds will be used to conduct in-person assessments in One-Stop Career Centers.

“These grants are part of the Labor Department’s commitment to help America get back to work by ensuring that unemployment insurance beneficiaries have access to the individualized tools they need to land their next jobs,” said Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis. “At the same time, these eligibility reviews enhance the integrity of unemployment insurance payments, resulting in a system that works better for both job seekers and the employers that help pay for benefits.”

The in-person assessment includes an eligibility review, a provision of labor market information, the development of a re-employment plan for beneficiaries and referral to re-employment services or training, as appropriate.

This year marks the seventh that the labor department has awarded re-employment and eligibility assessment grants.

Separate from these new grants, New Mexico, Montana and Puerto Rico will continue to operate re-employment and eligibility assessment programs using funds from fiscal 2010.

For more information on the range of Department of Labor employment and training programs, visit http://www.doleta.gov.


Toyota announces national expansion of safety program for African American and Hispanic families

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CINCINNATI, Ohio -- Toyota just announced a $1 million commitment to support the national expansion of Buckle Up for Life, a safety program developed by Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, to help address the extraordinarily high number of African American and Hispanic children, teens and adults killed or injured in automobile crashes.

With this commitment, Buckle Up for Life will expand to Chicago, Denver and San Antonio in 2011/2012. It will provide safety measures and education designed to greatly reduce the number of fatalities resulting from vehicle crashes within the Hispanic and African American communities. Cincinnati Children's will simultaneously continue to implement the program in the Greater Cincinnati community. Other key U.S. cities will follow in 2013.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), automobile crashes are one of the leading causes of death within the Hispanic and African-American communities, and a lack or improper installation of car seats and less frequent use of seat belts are significant factors. Studies from the CDC and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) note that:

- Hispanic children are three times more likely to die in a vehicle crash than

Caucasian children; - Automobile crashes are the leading

cause of death for African Americans under the age of 14 and the second leading cause of death between the ages of 15-34; and

- Non-seat belt use is the primary cause of accidental injury-related deaths for African Americans of all ages while motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for Hispanics 1 to 44.

In response, in 2004 pediatric surgeons and injury prevention coordinators from Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center teamed up with Toyota to create Buckle Up for Life – or "Abrochate a la Vida" in Spanish – a multi-generational, faith-based safety initiative in 17 Hispanic churches in Northern Kentucky and Cincinnati that provides interactive vehicle safety education, free child car safety seats and car seat inspections to encourage safety habits among drivers and passengers. The program was subsequently expanded to Los Angeles in 2010.

Buckle Up for Life's results have been substantial. For example, after

participating in the Buckle Up for Life program in Greater Cincinnati, the

number of Hispanic adults and children using seat belts and car seats more than

doubled. "Safety is a critical priority for Toyota,"

said Patricia Pineda, Toyota's Group Vice President of National Philanthropy. "In addition to enhancing the safety of our own vehicles, we are dedicated to supporting education programs that help protect drivers and passengers at every stage of life. Buckle Up for Life has proven to be a successful and sustainable model for meeting the pressing needs of the community, and Toyota is proud to support its expansion around the country."

"We created Buckle Up for Life because we were seeing a disproportionate number of African American and Hispanic children coming into the hospital with severe crash-related injuries. This disparity was unacceptable and we knew we had to do something about it," noted Dr. Rebeccah L. Brown, Associate Director of Trauma Services and Director of the Buckle Up for Life Program at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. "We appreciate the significant input and support that Toyota has provided at every step of the way as well as their leadership in helping to bring

Buckle Up for Life to a wider audience around the country."

By Marí Roma Villa, Editor


C O M M U N I T YNew York City Latina Council Member

advocates for and defends her constituentsBy José Villa, Senior Editor

EL BARRIO, NEW YORK CITY, New York -- Council Member Melissa Mark-Viverito was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Mark-Viverito was elected to the City Council in January 2006 to represent the 8th Council District. She became the first Puerto Rican woman, and first Latina, elected to represent a district, comprised of: El Barrio/East Harlem (60%); Manhattan Valley in the Upper West Side (30%); and part of Mott Haven in the South Bronx (10%).

According to its website: “The New York City Council is the law-making body of the City of New York. It is comprised of 51 members from 51 different Council Districts throughout the five boroughs. The Council monitors the operation and performance of city agencies, makes land use decisions and has sole responsibility for approving the city's budget. It also legislates on a wide range of other subjects. The Council is an equal partner with the Mayor in the governing of New York City.”

Mark-Viverito said: “My parents were born and raised in New York, and then moved back to Puerto Rico. They met there. So it was like a reverse migration. My mother went back when she was 16. My father graduated from high school here and joined the Army at 18. He travelled around and moved there.”

She continued: “I lived in Puerto Rico until I was 18 and moved to New York to attend college. I got my undergraduate degree from Columbia University and a masters in public administration from Baruch College, which is part of the City University of New York.”

Mark-Viverito went on: “After graduation, I was very active in the

Puerto Rican and Latino communities in New York. I worked in the non-profit sector and was very engaged. That kind of awakened my activism and concern for my community.”

“I felt very much adopted and welcome in New York,” she said. “I think it was because of my family’s roots here in the city. That’s what led me to El Barrio. I moved here in 1998, go t involved locally in the community, and started working for the 1199 SEIU (Service E m p l o y e e s In te rna t iona l U n i o n ) N e w York's Health Care Union.”

She added: “I’ve always been very progressive in my politics, very outspoken. As a result of that, I was approached by local community leaders who suggested I run for office. My first time I ran against the incumbent and got my butt kicked. But then I got the support of my union, and many other unions, and came back in 2005”

What has the experience been like for her? She said: “I have an unusual district that covers two boroughs and is both geographically and demographically diverse. It’s been a really wonderful experience. I’ve been humbled by it and appreciate the opportunities I’ve had to serve. My goal is to serve it with

integrity and accountability, and to work collectively as an agent of change for the betterment of the district.”

Mark-Viverito added: “The city has 8.3 million people. On average, each councilmember represents about

180,000 people. My district has the most public housing in the city of New York. The requires me to understands public housing needs, represent my public housing constituents, work with the resident associations, try to maintain affordable housing, and preserve housing, etc.”

Was being elected to office what she expected or different? She responded:

“It was more than I expected. In my community activist role, I held our elected officials accountable. When you become part of government and part of the process, you face some challenges.

So, it’s been more than I expected.” She continued: “Each member of our

51-member collegial body represents a distinct community with distinct issues and needs. At times, support for our own issues requires that we respect and defer

to our colleagues, and support their issues.

‘Progress’ requires a ce r t a in amoun t of negotiation and concession, but there are some issues I will not compromise on. So it becomes the ability to maintain a balancing act.”

M a r k - Vi v e r i t o continued: “In this role you have the ability to pass laws, to sponsor legislation, to really advocate on issues, etc. So it’s important that one truly understand the scope of the job and those keys factors that will make you effective and successful in the

position. This requires being very engaged in the district, keeping up with the dynamic changes, and knowing when to sponsor legislation to improve a situation.”

She on: “So I’m very proud that I’ve been able to balance the sponsoring legislation with advocacy efforts doing strong constituent service, so people know the office is available and accessible to them. We’re open until 6pm during the week, Tuesdays and Thursday until 7pm and Saturdays from 10am – 1pm. We pretty much work every day. At times, it can be exhausting. At others, it can be incredibly exhilarating! ”

City Council Woman Melissa Mark-Viverito speaking at a press conference in New York City (Photo by William Alatriste)


Puerto Rican David Smith, CEO of Pacific Corporate Solutions, donated the use of his trucks

A variety of items had been donated by the community for the care packages

Military spouses, Marines and Latino e-Waste recycler show love for troops in Afghanistan

Marines and Latino realtor Kenny Gines (wearing cap) moved items from storage facility

Community volunteers used an assembly line in the Fleet Reserve Center to prepare the packages

Pacific Corporate Solutions Operations Manager Lance Furuyama used their Pacific Junk truck

CEO David Smith also helped load the trucks

The boxes started showing up at the Airport Post Office

A young Marine loads one of the 70-lb boxes onto the truck

Marine volunteers take short break with Pacific Corp’s David Smith and Lance Furuyama


E D U C AT I O NSecretary Duncan calls DREAM ACT “Common sense

legislation in keeping with core American values”By U.S. Dept of Education Press Office

WASHINGTON, D.C – Last month U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan told Congress that the Administration supports passage of the Development, Relief, and Education for Alien Minors Act, or DREAM Act, for two basic reasons: it’s crucial for meeting our national goals and future workforce needs, and also sends the right message about the value of hard work and our Nation’s basic sense of fairness.

In testimony at the first-ever Senate hearing on the DREAM Act before the Subcommittee on Immigration, Refugee, and Border Security, Duncan said, “The DREAM Act is a common-sense piece of legislation that is in keeping with core American values. It will open the doors of higher education to those individuals who were brought to American by their parents as undocumented children. And in the process we will sustain our economic competitiveness into the future.”

The DREAM Act, which creates opportunities for young people to attend college or serve in the military even though they don’t have documentation, requires a rigorous process to qualify: they must prove they came to the U n i t e d S t a t e s before the age of 16, have lived here for at least five years, graduated from high school or received a GED, possess good moral character, and been admitted to an institution of higher education or to serve in the military. Only once they’re in college or serving in the armed forces will they have the chance to earn

a legal status.“These are demanding standards that

demonstrate academic achievement and

personal integrity,” Duncan said. It is estimated that each year, 65,000

young people graduate from high school in the U.S. and find themselves unable to work, join the military or go to college because of their immigration status. Approximately 800,000 young people would be eligible for the DREAM Act upon passage.

Duncan discussed the DREAM Act in relation to the President’s 2020 goal for America to once again be the country with the highest proportion of college graduates, pointing out that students served by the DREAM Act will help

grow our workforce and fill shortages in STEM jobs and other high-demand fields.

He called higher education “an economic growth engine and a ticket to a middle-class lifestyle,” and outlined the many benefits of attending college, including higher earnings and by extension, tax revenue; lower unemployment, and greater likelihood to vote and do volunteer work.

In his testimony, Duncan also dispelled several misconceptions about the DREAM Act: it does not create an amnesty program with an easy path to citizenship; it will not affect the availability of federal student loans or Pell Grants for citizens, or create incentives for an increase in undocumented immigration.

“Simply put,” Duncan concluded, “educating the individuals who would be eligible under the DREAM Act would benefit our country.”

The Dream Act is a central part of the comprehensive immigration reform legislation proposed by Luis Gutierrez (D-Illinois). The Act would award legal status to

undocumented immigrant children who fall under certain criteria.



Margaret Moran, national president for LULAC, presents Maj. Gen. James M. McDonald the presidential award June 29, 2011, during a partnership luncheon at the organization's convention.

McDonald accepted on behalf of the U.S. Army, which has worked with LULAC on education awareness programs for the Hispanic community.

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FORT KNOX, Kentucky -- The U.S. Army and the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) have renewed their mutual commitment to helping prepare today's youth to become tomorrow's leaders. Through its sponsorship of LULAC's 82nd Annual Convention and Exposition – from June 27 to July 1 in Cincinnati, Ohio – the Army collaborated with LULAC representatives to develop strategies and help prepare U.S. Hispanics – the

nation's fastest growing ethnicity – for personal and professional success.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, approximately 56 percent of Hispanic students successfully complete high school. Moreover, while 30 percent of the overall U.S. population over the age of 25 have a post-secondary degree, only 14 percent of Hispanics over 25 graduate from college. These statistics impact the nation's ability to develop a skilled workforce – particularly in science, technology and engineering – and to remain a competitive global economy.

The Army has a long history of co l l abo ra t ing wi th communi ty organizations to improve student

academic achievement and develop leadership skills. Through programs such as Army Junior ROTC, March2Success, National Guard Youth ChalleNGe Program and ROTC, Army helps foster motivation to stay in school, improve test scores and graduation rates and provide tuition assistance for those seeking a college degree.

Throughout the LULAC national convention, Army representatives participated in various activities with youth and civic leaders to highlight the broad range of career and academic resources and options the Army provides. The Army's exhibit booth at the Career Expo and Job Fair presented information about the more than 150 career paths available within the Army and featured the U.S. Army Latin Ensemble Band and a Drill Sergeant.

Maj . Gen. James McDonald , Commanding General, U.S. Army Cadet Command, addressed convention

attendees on the importance of forming partnerships to ensure the educational success of the nation's youth. The Army offers more scholarships for higher education than any other organization in the U.S., including providing full tuition and monthly stipends for students interested in pursuing medical careers.

The Army's partnership with LULAC extends beyond its support of the organization's annual convention and includes continued support of critical youth development programs such as LULAC's National Education and Service Centers (LNESC) and the Washington Youth Leadership Seminar (WYLS). Through its support of LNESC, the Army provides educational resources and leadership development training to youth at the organization's locally-based centers across the country.


Renee, Sandra Ahn, Angelica Jackson, Keanu Bruner, Vince Mitchell and Dio Pilar

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Latin Business Hawaii and Hawaii Hispanic News sponsored

José Villa, Keanu Bruner and Vince Mitchell

Thomas, Chris Canepa and Leandro Maruoka

Dio Pilar, Renee, Angelica Jackson and Nandinhi Shankarnarayan

Pastor Rauna May and Star Miranda

Stephanie Matula and Maritza Lopez-Holland

José Villa and Kelly Mitchell

Hilton Waikiki Beach catering managers John Hernandez and Gabriella Jackson


Cris Young and Sandra AhnMelissa Tree, Nadica Karleusa, Flavia Brakling, Leandro Maruoka, Denise Rogers, Keanu Bruner and Zack Rogers

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A letter to Latin Business Hawaii from Senator AkakaBy Marí Villa (Editor)

Four years ago, Ray Cruz (Puerto Rican), José Villa (Puerto Rican), Jesús Puerto (Cuban), and Marí Roma Villa (Mexican), decided that Hawaii was missing an important chamber of commerce. Not just a chamber of commerce, but an organization that would serve the community. They created Latin Business Hawaii (LBH) to: advocate for the Hispanic community; create opportunities for its members; and to give back to Hispanics in Hawaii. In the past four years, LBH has created networking opportunities by hosting over 40 business mixers. The net proceeds from these mixers raised over $10,000 which LBH awarded in scholarships to 30 students: 19 to preschoolers; and 11 to college students working on their B.A. or higher.

LBH has also acknowledged almost community leaders in its Annual Hawaii Hispanic Achievement Awards, which recognize Hispanics in Hawaii that contribute not only to the Hispanic community, but the Hawaii community at large. Recipients have included: Daniel Martinez, and Spanish-language radio host Carlos Hernandez in Maui.

Finally, LBH continues to further its mission by helping facilitate the Hispanic participation in the APEC (Asian Pacific Economic Cooperation) Summit, which will held this November in Honolulu. LBH will compete for

“Small Chamber of the Year.” The results will be announced at this year’s United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC) Annual Convention & Expo in Miami this September. LBH’s board, which is led by president José Villa, has dedicated itself to continue the organization’s mission, by not only attending this year’s convention, but, if they are deemed worthy, to win the national recognition. The esteemed Senator Daniel Akaka sent the attached letter (at right) to the Latin Business Hawaii board of directors to recognize their positive community initiatives. The organization has come a long way from the initial meeting of two Puerto Ricans, a Mexican and a Cuban.


Hawaii Pacific UniversityContinued from page 1

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are English professors and we also train docents. The primary purpose of our participation in this program is to improve our proficiency both in the English language, as well as for us to better understand the culture and how it affects the language. We also welcome this opportunity to learn new teaching techniques and review new teaching materials.”

Is their current level of English proficiency sufficient to make them feel comfortable here? Camps responded:

“We are not only comfortable , w e ’ r e w - a -a - y p a s t comfor tab le a n d d o n ’ t want to leave H a w a i i ! ” (Group laughs)

Alba said: “We’ve found not only that our Engl i sh p r o f i c i e n c y is suff icient t o m a k e u s comfor tab le here, but, more importantly, it has allowed us to participate i n t h i s extraordinary intercultural e x p e r i e n c e . There are 26 i n d i v i d u a l s here from 21 nations around the globe. One thing we have in common is that we all speak English. That has allowed us to get to know each other one-on-one in spite of our geographical barriers.”

How were they selected to participate in this program? Moreno responded:

“This prestigious and competitive program is coordinated by our individual countries’ embassies and the U.S. State

Department. In my case, my supervisor recommended me for the program. I submitted all the required information, which was reviewed thoroughly, and I was fortunate enough to have been selected.”

How do they like Hawaii? Camp said: “We love it! It’s not what we expected. I thought it would be more of a ‘anything-goes’ experience on the beaches with drinking and wild abandonment. I was surprised to find out that drinking is not allowed and the beach rules are strictly enforced. I think they’ve a really great place for families, but maybe not so

much for the wilder, single crowd.” Rodríguez added: “One of things

we’ve really enjoyed in this program is that has an excellent balance of academic instruction techniques and language materials review, but also includes a substantial amount of cultural activities. These have been both internal and external to the program. We have been

able to share and compare our individual programs with those of our new friends here from around the world.”

Alva continued: “For me, one of the significant facets has been that all 26 participants – regardless of where they live – speak English. In my mind, this sharing experience reaffirms the universality of the English language. We’ve been able to come to a country where English is the primary language and hold our own. Even though in Hawaii has its own ‘English.’ (Group laughs).

Have long had they been here: D u q u e v i z said: “We’ve b e e n h e r e three weeks a n d l e a v e next week. W e w i l l then go on t o s p e n d five days in Washington D . C . S o our stay in H a w a i i i s almost over, bu t we’ve had the honor of spending time is such a prestigious ins t i tu t ion of learning as Hawai i P a c i f i c Universi ty. W e h a v e been treated inc red ib ly well , have learned a lot

from HPU’s professionals, and, in truth, we could not have asked for a better experience.”

Moreno went on: “I can honestly say that we leave with mixed feelings. We, of course, miss our homes and our families, but we will treasure – and benefit from - this once-in-a-lifetime experience for the rest of our lives.”

HPU Professor Dr. Carlos Juárez; Claudia Muñoz Moreno (Bolivia); María Eugenia Rodríguez (El Salvador); Juan Carlos Camps (Paraguay); Barbara Duqueviz (Brazil); and Alvaro Del Castillo Alba (Bolivia)


Puerto Ricans show their pride at this year's Puerto Day Parade in New York City

Photos by Carmelo Milián / www.carmelomilian.com

The 5th Ave parade is one of the largest in New York City with nearly three million spectators annually.


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The President’s visit to Puerto Rico: Purpose and History

There has been a lot of talk about the President’s visit to Puerto Rico. When Airforce One landed in Puerto Rico, there were a lot of hopes and dreams being founded in President Barack Obama’s visit to the so-called “Isla del Encanto”. After two months of intense planning by the White House administration, June 14th finally arrived and the Governor and superstar entertainer Marc Anthony awaited his arrival in the burning sun in the Isla Verde runway of Puerto Rico’s stellar airport. The doors of the legendary plane opened, and President Barack Obama and Puerto Rican Resident Commissioner came down the stairs and touched Puerto Rican soil.

What was the purpose of the Presidential visit? What was the agenda? Why was the visit significant? These are just three questions of many that may remain unanswered, while many speculate about the true reasons of the historical event. There is no doubt that Puerto Rico has become a focal point of Barack Obama’s administration. The eternal tug of war between local Puerto Rican politicians and their particular

positions concerning status, the economy, federal funds and other issues have caught the attention of the White House and those in te res ted in luring the interest of the Puerto Rican people on the Island and in the U n i t e d States.

While the debate b e t w e e n the current r e i g n i n g p o l i t i c a l p a r t y i n Puerto Rico a n d i t s political counterpart dwell in whether the economy in Puerto Rico has shown improvement or not, the President designed a four hour visit to shake the hands of a chosen group of politicians, entrepreneurs, business giants and a few ordinary people that could afford his personal presence, even if it was for

a few minutes. The purpose of the visit was to primarily commemorate the 50th anniversary of John F. Kennedy’s visit to

Puerto Rico. The specifics of the visit were nevertheless confusing.

Puerto Rico is a United States territory, and one hundred and a dozen years l a te r a f te r the 1898 historical encounter, that remains a fact . There are other speculations, but the truth is that the Presidential elections are a year and a bit away, and

the Latino vote continues to be key for Obama and his Republican Party political adversaries. Who can forget the Bush-Gore electoral struggles for votes in Florida? The winner of the judicial claim in 2000 became the President of the United States thereafter. Eleven years later, Puerto Ricans have become

a strong political and economic voice in many of Florida’s cities, including the top two, Orlando and Miami. The Latino population growth is extraordinary and significant to anyone interested in holding on or obtaining additional political power.

While the purpose and historical nature of the Presidential visit were made clear before, during and after the visit; the true nature of the trip still remains to be seen. The truth is that the accomplished mega entertainer and actor Marc Anthony represents the sons and daughters of the working class Puerto Ricans that left the Island before, during and after President Kennedy’s stay in Puerto Rico fifty years ago. Yes, the visit was historical and no doubt, there was purpose, but the results of the four hour stay remain a mystery until we get closer to the 2012 Presidential electoral debate.

(The author is an English Staff Development Special is t for the Department of Education in Puerto Rico and author/editor of the textbook, Latino/a Literature in the English classroom, Editorial Plaza Mayor 2003)

Singer/Actor Marc Anthony greets President Barack Obama during his Puerto Rico visit

By Manuel Hernandez Carmona


FA M I LY & H E A LT HLULAC reports on Latinos Living Healthy:

State of the Nation and SolutionsBy José Villa, Senior Editor

Save a life. Don’t Drive HoMe buzzeD. BUZZED DRIVING IS DRUNK DRIVING.

CINCINNATI, Ohio -- America's health challenges include dramatic increases in diabetes, obesity, heart ailments and other diseases driven by sedentary lifestyles, obesity and poor nutrition.

Last week, Harvard University and Imperial College in London announced that the global incidence of diabetes has doubled since 1980. Furthermore, the United States ranks as the country with the highest body mass indexes which contribute to a number of disease states.

LULAC and Secretary of Health and Human Services, Kathleen Sebelius, who is speaking at the convention today, worked hand in hand to pass the Affordable Care Act which will benefit millions of Hispanic families.

As part of today's press conference, conducted at the 82nd Annual National Convention, LULAC highlighted its commitment to improving health among the U.S. Hispanic population. One initiative, Latinos Living Healthy, is aimed at reducing childhood obesity among vu lnerab le popula t ions . Spearheaded by LULAC and the Robert

Wood Johnson Foundation, it seeks to enable all children to have access to nutrition information, foods that are healthy and affordable and access to safe spaces where they can engage in physical exercise.

"Hispanic health is often shaped by factors such as language and cultural barriers, lack of access to preventive care, and the lack of health insurance," r e m a r k e d Margaret Moran, LULAC President.

"Through proper relevant health care outreach and p r o g r a m m i n g , we can make a difference."

LULAC hopes to reach 100,000 Latinos through health festivals, starting with one this fall in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The festivals will provide free health screenings, healthy foods and sports c o m p e t i t i o n s as well as salsa aerobics.

At the same time, the National Park Service launched its Healthy Parks initiatives. This program, announced at the LULAC convention, furthers the parks' century-long commitment to preserving the environment for responsible public access to our nation's beautiful parks and recreation facilities.

Additionally, Lisa Pino, deputy administrator for USDA food and nutrition spoke about her agency's efforts to ensure children have adequate access to healthy meals.

Studies suggest that lack of health insurance, language, and citizenship are

key barriers that prevent many Hispanics from accessing health services and from receiving quality health care. It is significant to note that Hispanics have the highest uninsured rates of any racial or ethnic group within the United States. For convention details log onto, www.lulac.org.

LULAC will be doing health festivals throughout the USA

National Hispanic Medical Association slates forums across country to inform health leaders on the new

Affordable Care Act opportunities



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WASHINGTON, D.C. - - The National Hispanic Medical Association (NHMA) headquartered in Washington D.C. will host one in a series of forums across the country in El Paso, Texas on Friday, July 1, 2011 at the Camino Real Hotel, 101 S. El Paso St. beginning at 6:00 p.m. Joining NHMA will be U.S. Congressman Sylvestre Reyes and Mayra Alvarez, Director of Public Health Policy, Office of Health Care Reform, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

The forum "Health Care Reform Implementation" will address the new health care reform law, the most powerful legislation in decades for reducing health insurance costs and improving the health of Americans. According to Dr. Elena Rios, President of NHMA, "The Affordable Care Act will transform how health care is delivered to our Hispanic communities in ways not seen since Medicare became law to support health care for the elderly and Medicaid for the poor." She added, "One of the most important changes will be an emphasis on more disease prevention education directed to Latinos on how to transform themselves and their communities to live a healthier lifestyle."

New health care reform programs will include millions of federal monies that will be disbursed as prevention grants for worksite wellness, school clinics, and community health programs such as immunizations, education about diabetes, obesity, especially childhood obesity. The programs will bring quality health care with cultural competence training and language services to safety net medical practices, hospitals and clinics.

The Affordable Care Act also provides close to 34 million currently uninsured Americans access to health care coverage. The law makes health

care more available in underserved communities by investing in primary care workforce and community centers.

The Health Care Reform law has already made changes in health insurance. Families are now able to keep children up to age 26 on their insurance family plan, and children are no longer denied insurance due to pre-existing conditions. Elderly on Medicare have free preventive care such as annual check-ups and cancer screenings and will have 50% of donut hole medications paid this year for the first time.

Furthermore under the new law, small business owners are now able to get new tax credits if they offer health insurance to their employees. In a few years, small business will have a new market in the form of health insurance exchanges, with lower insurance rates and simpler application forms. Also, physicians who elect to switch to electronic medical records or who practice in underserved areas will receive bonuses.

According to the NHMA, Latinos are the group to gain most from the Affordable Care Act. However, with opportunity come immense challenges. For years, Latinos have been less likely than the average American to get the health care they need. Latinos are less likely to have a regular doctor, as compared to the general population, and they have less access to health insurance. National reports and health access indicators show that Hispanics suffer the worst when it comes to health disparities. 50 percent are more likely to suffer from diabetes and obesity as compared to Anglo-Americans, they are twice as likely to suffer from asthma, and they are twice and a half times likely to die of HIV/AIDS.

As a national organization representing Hispanic physicians in the U.S., NHMA's goal through its "Health Care Reform Implementation," is to inform, update, and clarify the opportunities being

made available through the new law for physicians, health care professionals, health care organizations, hospitals, and community based agencies.

And, according to NHMA, as more of the Latino community becomes insured there will be more demand for health services. New jobs will be created in hospitals and medical practices. There will not only be an increasing demand for doctors, nurses, dentists, and other health professionals to care for the growing Latino population, but new jobs will be generated by new subsidy programs, the use of electronic medical records, billing, and data collection systems in patient care, and there will also be new administrative jobs to

follow-up on quality improvement of services and trends including spending, anticipated savings, and public reporting. Opportunities will be available for new training programs to prepare high school and college students to meet the needs of a growing health industry.

To date, NHMA has hosted "Health Care Reform Implementation" forums in Los Angeles, New York, Miami, and Washington, DC. The El Paso Forum was in partnership with The Southwest Association of Hispanic American Physicians, Paul L. Foster School of Medicine at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, University Medical Center and the U.S.-Mexico Border Health Commission.


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AVISO A AGRICULTORES O GANADEROS HISPANOS Y

A MUJERES AGRICULTORAS O GANADERAS

COMPENSACIÓN POR RECLAMACIÓN DE DISCRIMINACIÓN

Si usted considera que el Departamento de Agricultura de Estados Unidos (USDA por sus siglas en inglés) le negó indebidamente beneficios de préstamos agrícolas entre los años 1981 y 2000 por ser hispano o mujer, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para solicitar compensación. Usted podría cumplir con los requisitos si:

1. solicitó del USDA un préstamo agrícola o la prestación de servicios de administración de préstamos agrícolas durante ese período, y

2. el préstamo fue negado, otorgado tarde, aprobado por un monto menor al solicitado o aprobado con condiciones restrictivas, o el USDA no prestó un adecuado servicio de administración de préstamo, y

3. usted considera que estos actos ocurrieron por ser usted hispano o mujer. Si desea inscribirse para recibir los documentos para reclamación, puede llamar al Centro de Llamadas para Agricultores y Ganaderos al 1-888-508-4429 o ingresar a la página web: www.farmerclaims.gov.

En el 2011, un administrador de reclamaciones comenzará a enviar por correo los documentos para reclamación a quienes los hayan solicitado por medio del Centro de Llamadas o la página web. Los documentos para reclamaciones incluirán información detallada sobre los requisitos y el proceso de reclamaciones.

Para recibir mayor orientación puede comunicarse con un abogado u otro proveedor de servicios legales en su comunidad.

Si actualmente lo representa un abogado con respecto a quejas de discriminación o ha iniciado una demanda alegando discriminación por el USDA, debe ponerse en contacto con su abogado respecto a este proceso de reclamaciones.

El USDA no le puede proporcionar asesoría legal.

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El Departamento de Agricultura de los Estados Unidos es un proveedor y empleador que apoya la igualdad de oportunidades.


E N T E R TA I N M E N T

By Sylvia Flores (aka Tadbit Nasty #107), Media Chair, Pacific Roller Derby

Roller Derby Rampage welcomes Neighbor Island skaters


Gloria Estefan to accept 2011 Ultimate Latina Award at United States Hispanic Chamber 32nd

National Convention & Business Expo

(Editor’s Note: Latin Business Hawaii, our Hispanic chamber of commerce, has a booth in the USHCC’s 32nd National Convention & Business Expo. We will be promoting our Hawaii Hispanic community and Hawaii as a conference, convention and meeting destination.)

MIAMI BEACH, Florida -- The United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC) is proud to announce Gloria Estefan as the recipient of the 2011 Ultimate Latina Award. Estefan will accept the award at the Ultimate Latina Luncheon on Monday, September 19th at the USHCC 32nd Annual National Convention & Business Expo in Miami Beach, Florida.

"The USHCC is proud to honor Latina women across the nation who continue to serve, lead, and act as role models for our youth," says Gabriel Pascual, USHCC Board of Directors Secretary

and 2011 Convention Chairman. "Our 2011 Ul t ima te La t ina , Gloria Estefan, exemplifies the values of the Hispanic community and is a testament to the achievements of Latinas in our nation."

Gloria Estefan, a seven-time Grammy Award Winning singer and songwriter, is an exemplary role model, as a human being and as an artist, who has received numerous awards and distinctions. Estefan is the first Latina to be awarded the BMI songwriter of the Year Honor and was the National Music Foundation's Humanitarian of the Year.

She was given a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and was awarded the Ellis Island Congressional Medal of Honor, the highest honor that can be bestowed

upon a naturalized U.S. citizen. During

her illustrious career, she has sold over 90 million albums and authored

two children's books that were on the bestseller list of the New York Times.

"Gloria Estefan is an inspiration not only for her extraordinary talent and admirable achievements in the community, but also for her savvy as an entrepreneur and the embodiment of the American success story," adds Javier Palomarez, USHCC President and CEO.

The 32nd Annual National Convention & Business Expo is the largest gathering of Hispanic business leaders in America. The USHCC, Fortune 500 companies, Hispanic Business Enterprises (HBEs) and local Chambers of Commerce will meet in Miami to connect, strategize and grow. The National Convention takes place September 18th – 21st at the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami Beach. More information on the

Convention is available at: http://www.ushcc.com/convention.

Gloria Estefan

HAWAII KAI, Hawaii – On Saturday, July 16, Oahu’s local roller derby ‘ohana (family) welcomes rollergirls and referees from Maui and Kauai on the flat-track at Kamilo’iki Community Park in Hawaii Kai.

The free event will feature skaters from Oahu’s Pacific Roller Derby (Pacific), Kauai’s Garden Island Renegade Rollerz (GIRR), and the Maui Roller Girls (MRG) together for

a mixed Red and Black Scrimmage. This will give the inter-island athletes the unique opportunity to practice their skills and learn new techniques they can use for this season’s upcoming interisland bouts on Oahu and in Kihei, Kapaa and Hilo.

This bout promises to bring an especially serious level of competition as MRG and GIRR

join forces against Pacific to prepare for the high caliber play Pacific, and Hilo’s Paradise Roller Girls, will face against the Seattle-based Rat City Sockit Wenches in Hilo this August. MRG and GIRR will also have a joint bout against the San Diego Derby Dolls in October.

Fans of all ages are invited to check out the latest in the isle-

wide roller derby community. Spectators are encouraged to bring beach chairs to sit on and must abide by the “no alcohol” policy enforced at Kamilo‘iki Park. Seating begins at 3:30pm and the bout at 4pm.

Following the action on the flat-track, fans 21-and-over are welcome to attend the official after-party, featuring Mano Kane, at The Mercury Bar (1154 Fort St Mall). For more info, fans can visit www.pacificrollerderby.com or facebook.com/PacificRollerDerby.


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5 .Manny Oquendo & Libre - Homenaje6.Bobby Sanabria - Tito Puente Masterworks Live!7.Choco Orta - Choco Swing8.Various Artists - Fania Records 1964-19809.Mayaquez Big Band - El Legado10.Mambo Legends Orchestra - Watch Out! Ten Cuidao!Please visit our website for a complete list: www.salsaafterdark.com. Listen to "Sabor Tropical" on Hawaii Public Radio KIPO 89.3 FM, Saturdays from 5-8pm. Listen "Live" via the web at www.hawaiipublicradio.org.

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East L.A. meets Napa “Carnitas and Cabernet” event celebrates Michoacan Cuisine

LOS ANGELES, California -- AltaMed hosted the sixth annual East L.A. Meets Napa, one of the nation's most unique festivals that celebrates the Latino community's contributions to California's multi-billion dollar food and wine industry. The event pairs Latino-owned or -operated wineries from the Napa Valley with Latino-owned or operated restaurants from the greater Los Angeles area.

The event was attended by more than 1,400 wine and culinary enthusiasts, who enjoyed 60 plus pairing stations and live music by Jose Rizo's Mongorama. This year's event featured the flavors of Michoacan, considered by some to be Mexico's soul food.

All proceeds from the event benefit AltaMed, which provides critical services including primary medical care, dental clinics, comprehensive senior services, disease management programs, health education, youth programs, HIV/AIDS care, and substance abuse prevention and treatment.

"We are proud to showcase the regional cuisine of Michoacan, which played a major role in UNESCO's decision to place Mexican cuisine on the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity list in 2010," said Castulo de la Rocha, AltaMed's President and CEO.

"In addition many of our event's vintners hail from the state."

The event also launched AltaMed's publication In Their Own Words, which chronicles Latino contributions to the U.S. wine industry. The book features the stories of 17 wine makers from the Napa Valley, some of whom began their careers as farm workers and went on to own or

operate important wineries. Copies of the book were made available at the event and can be purchased at https://donate.altamed.org/book.

President and CEO Castulo de la Rocha's passion for good Latin Cuisine and fine wine inspired AltaMed's East LA

Meets Napa, which has become an event that truly showcases the variety that exists within Latino gastronomy and viticulture.

"We are proud that East LA Meets Napa has evolved into one of the most popular food events in Southern California," said de la Rocha, "we owe a great deal of thanks to our sponsors, particularly K e n J a c k s o n , o f Camfield Partners, who was our Title Sponsor

this year." Other sponsors included: Richard Gomez of Total Corporate Solutions; Jack Cline Jr. of Lee & Associates; Ricardo Robles of La Reina; Hector Barreto of Barreto Rezinas (who will debut Tributo A Mi Padre, a new tequila); and Robin and Jaime Guentert of Trader Joe's.

In addition, wineries, restaurants and chefs who donated their talent and fare included: Alex Sotelo Cellars; Ceja Vineyards; J. Lohr Vineyards & Wine; Sequoia Grove Vineyards; Madrigal Vineyards; Robledo Family Winery Inc.; Quintessa; Bodegas San Rafael; Cavas Valmar and Vinisterra Winery; Chef Hugo Molina of Seta; Chef Daniel Salcido of Cities; Chef Alfonso Ramirez of Luna Restaurant and Lounge; Chef John Rivera Sedlar of Rivera Restaurant; Chef Jim Shaw of Loteria Grill; and, new to this year's event, Chef Robert Luna of Mas Malo; and Annette Starbuck of The Goodie Girls and winner of The Food Network show "Cupcake Wars".

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Senator Daniel Inouye chats with Mr. Fujio Matsuda, of the famed 442nd, during a White House ceremony

valedictorian of his academy class. That was a big accomplishment for me, but you don’t think about stuff like that when you’re going through the academy. All you think about is the pressure is on and you have a family to support – my wife and two daughters.”

Diaz went on: “I’ve been with USCP for 13 years now. I started off in uniform. Since I was first in my class, I was able to choose my assignment. And I chose to be part of the first responder division, since they spent a lot of time outdoors and interacted a lot with the general public.”

In 2000, Diaz applied for the USCP’s Dignitary Protection Division (DPD). He said: “It was almost like applying for a new job all over again. You go through an interview, a shooting examination and a fitness test. I was selected and went through a three-week dignitary

protection training session. When I completed the training, I became part of the reserve DPD.”

He continued: “I was off duty and didn’t go the Capital Hill on September 11, 2001. It was a beautiful day I and was out riding my motorcycle. When I got back to the house, I glanced at my phone and had 11 missed messages. I turned on the TV and saw the horrible Twin Tower images. It seemed surreal and I found myself thinking that it had to be a movie.”

As a result of 9/11, Diaz’s reserve DPD slot was converted to active. He said: “I’ve protected many, many of our nation’s leaders on various protection details. I’ve been

accuracy. Over the past year, SBA has been

focused on a number of initiatives to help the government meet the 23 percent goal, ensure the accuracy of data and prevent waste, fraud or abuse, including:

• Implementation of the Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 – The Act included 19 provisions related to increasing opportunities for small business contracting and minimizing fraud, waste or abuse in the programs. One of the key provisions is related to work force training to ensure that the procurement work force receives adequate training on small business programs.

• Interagency Task Force on Federal Contracting Opportunities for Small Businesses – The President established a Task Force to identify recommendations

to increase opportunities for small businesses to compete for and win federal contracts. The Task Force developed 13 recommendations, which SBA is in the process of implementing.

• Collaboration with White House and Senior Agency officials – SBA is collaborating with the White House to ensure senior officials at each agency are aware of their role in meeting the government-wide small business contracting goal and holding them accountable to the goals.

• Women-Owned Small Business Federal Contract Program – This new program will allow contracting officers to set-aside contracts for women-owned small businesses for the first time in fiscal year 2011.

• Revised 8(a) Business Development Regulations – SBA recently published new regulations for this program for the first time in over a decade. These

assigned to the: Minority Leader of the Senate; Majority Leader of the Senate; and Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi for two years, just to name a

few. Currently, I’m protecting Senator Inouye from Hawaii, who is President

pro tempore of the Senate. I’ve been with him since last June.”

Diaz continued: “We, essentially, provide Members of Congress some of the same services the Secret Service provides the President. One of the major differences in our case, however, is that Congressional leaders spend a lot

time personally connecting with their constituents, so it’s a different dynamic that needs to balance their needs to connect up-close-and-personal, with our need to maintain a proper level of their personal security.”

A situation, like the one that occurred earlier this year when Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, and others, were shot at community

“town hall” meeting, has to be a security detail’s worse nightmare. Diaz said: “Absolutely. That’s the tipping point between significant personal exposure in the name of personal contact, and the resulting high degree of exposure to unwanted

consequences. That is one of the most challenging parts of my job.”

revisions will help ensure the benefits of the 8(a) program go to the intended recipients. SBA is in the process of implementing these revisions.

Small Business Goaling Summary Report

About the Scorecard The annual Scorecard is an assessment

tool to (1) measure how well federal agencies reach their small business and socio-economic prime contracting and subcontracting goals, (2) provide accurate and transparent contracting data and (3) report agency-specific progress. The prime and subcontracting component goals include goals for small businesses, small businesses owned by women, small disadvantaged businesses, service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, and small businesses located in Historically Underutilized Business Zones (HUBZones).

Every two years, the SBA works

with each agency to set their prime and subcontracting goals and their grades are based on the agreed upon goals. Each federal agency has a different small business contracting goal, determined annually in consultation with SBA. SBA ensures that the sum total of all of the goals exceeds the 23 percent target established by law.

Each agency’s overall grade will show: an A+ for agencies that meet or exceed 120 percent of their goals; an A for those between 100 percent and 119 percent; a B for 90 to 99 percent; a C for 80 to 89 percent; a D for 70 to 79 percent; and an F for less than 70 percent. An agency’s overall grade was comprised of three quantitative measures: prime contracts (80 percent); subcontracts (10 percent); and its progress plan for meeting goals (10 percent).

The individual agency scorecards released today by SBA, as well as a detailed explanation of the scorecard methodology, is available online: http://www.sba.gov/content/small-business-procurement-goaling-scorecards.

Federal Contracting Goals


Grilled Pork Chops and OnionsGrilled pork chops and onions,

marinated in GOYA® Mojo Chipotle, are moist and tender with a zesty, smoky-spicy flavor.

These easy pork chops are best when they soak up the marinade overnight, so that, the next day, you can enjoy their juicy flavor in minutes.We ’ r e s u r e you’ll give our gr i l led pork c h o p s h i g h marks for ease and flavor!Prep time: 5 min.To t a l t i m e : 25 min., plus m a r i n a t i n g timeIngredients6 bone-in pork chops (¾” – 1” thick)• 1 large yellow onion, cut into ¾”-thick • rounds1½ cup GOYA® Mojo Chipotle, • dividedG O YA ® A d o b o A l l - P u r p o s e • Seasoning with Pepper, to taste

Directions1. In a zip-top bag or a large container

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with a lid, combine the pork, onions and 1 cup mojo. Seal bag and transfer to refrigerator; chill at least 3 hours, or overnight.2. Prepare a grill to medium-high heat, or heat a large, lightly-greased grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove pork and onions from the

marinade; discard any leftover liquid. Season pork with a d o b o . C o o k pork until golden brown and internal t e m p e r a t u r e registers 160° F on a quick-read t h e r m o m e t e r , b a s t i n g w i t h remaining mojo, flipping once, 15 –

20 minutes. Cook unions until soft and golden brown, about 10 minutes.3. Divide pork and onions evenly among serving dishes.

* If you do not have a self-sealing bag, be sure to use a non-reactive container such as a glass or stainless steel baking dish to marinate your chops. Do not use aluminum. Serves 6

Discovery Familia brings kids the best of summertime fun with

special episodes of Hi-5 By Marí Villa, Editor

MIAMI, Florida -- Discovery Familia heats up the summer with special episodes of Hi-5, the network's classic series that will transport children to a summer filled of adventures. Providing a positive and healthy learning environment, this specially-prepared summer segment begins airing on July 11 from Monday through Friday at 12:30 PM ET/ 9:30 AM PT (the series will continue throughout the year in this same time slot once the special programming has concluded).

Each of the summer episodes will offer kids a world of fun learning escapes based on music, dynamic and playful interactivity, body movements, storytelling and vocabulary/language. Together, along with the show's lively hosts Casey, Fely, Lauren, Stevie and Tim, kids will make amazing discoveries as they explore the world that surrounds them.

Created for preschool-aged children, Hi-5 offers important educational lessons that contribute to a child's individual learning and development including:

-- Language and music -- Social and emotional skills -- Visual, mathematical, spatial

concepts -- Cooperation and team work -- Social responsibility Following are descriptions of some

of the special summertime episodes of Hi-5:

Episode 1 – Monday, July 11: Stevie acts as a guardian for Africa. He hides inside a tree trunk and is on the lookout as he counts the many animals that visit the watering hole. Fely is also on a similar mission inside a giant rock.

Episode 2 – Tuesday, July 12: The children play with paper dolls, practicing manners and how to make friends. All participate in activities that stimulate relationship and communication building skills.

Episode 3 – Wednesday, July 13: Fely and the children find themselves in a beautiful coral garden where they play and explore in this underwater world as they represent the creatures that inhabit it. They sing and dance the shark dance and help the mermaids fashion clothing made of seaweed.

Episode 4 – Thursday, July 14: Chats makes a list of her favorite adventures and together with Casey they decide on their next one. Tim is a train and Fely prepares for her first airplane flight.

Episode 5 – Friday, July 15: Casey and Chats travel by a magic gondola, Lauren learns how to eat with sticks, Stevie creates a tropical island and Lauren composes a song, while Tim tries to entertain Fely and Casey on their way to the beach.

Hi-5 is a production of Kids Like Us and Nine Films & Television. The critically-acclaimed show is produced by award-winning producers Helena Harris, the creator of "Bananas in Pyjamas" and Posie Graeme-Evans, who has also produced hundreds of hours of quality children's television content.

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