By Yvette tenBerge
It is 6:30 p.m.
on a Sunday, and the normally quiet corner of 29th Street and
Newton Avenue in Logan Heights is alive with the sounds of electric
guitars, bongo drums and synthesizers that pour from a nearby
whitewashed building. Step inside, and you will find that, although
this lively mixture of rock and roll, blues and hip-hop would
be at home in any local bar, it is coming from the choir pit of
Set Free Logan Heights Church, a ministry that specializes in
outreach to a segment of the population that is usually simply
ignored.
The musicians bring their worn instruments to a grinding halt and Pastor David "2 Dogs" Zamora leans closer toward his microphone. He wipes the sweat from his forehead, straightens his black leather biker vest and peers at the congregation through his sunglasses.
"Sometimes in life, we go through things, and we try and take the easy way out. We go for the quick fix," says Pastor Zamora, smiling knowingly at the sea of heads that nod back at him. At that, he picks the strings of his guitar and the band breaks into "Our God Is An Awesome God," a song that brings the majority of the congregation to their feet, swaying and clapping.
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As Washington gears up for more debate, surveys
show Americans are torn by
competing values
By Howard LaFranchi
WASHINGTON, August 14, 2001 — Gloria Tappan has no doubts
when it comes to helping customers decide on stemware or choose
just the right card for a special occasion.
Rosario Marin Será Tesorera del Departamento
del Tesoro de Estados Unidos
Rosario Marin será la Tesorera número 41
de los Estados Unidos —un puesto más antiguo que el
propio Departamento del Tesoro. Ella tendrá la supervisión
de los departamentos de grabado e impresión de billetes
(Bureau of Engraving and Printing); la fábrica de monedas,
U.S. Mint, y la oficina de venta de bonos del Gobierno, perteneciente
a la oficina de la deuda pública, Savings Bond Marketing
Office of the Bureau of Public Debt.
Chairman Terry McAuliffe Announces Ida L. Castro
As Director of the DNC
Women's Vote Center
Washington DC — Democratic National Committee (DNC)
Chairman Terry McAuliffe announced today that former Equal Employment
Opportunity Commission Chairwoman Ida L. Castro has joined the
DNC as Senior Advisor and Director of the DNC Women's Vote Center,
the Party's major new initiative, announced in June, to educate,
engage, and mobilize women voters across the nation.
Noticias de México...
Amenazan con auditarlas, dice el fisco
Acusa fisco a las iglesias
Parroquias de Tijuana han recibido notificaciones de los tres
niveles de Gobierno de que podrían ser auditadas, para
conocer de qué manera distribuyen los recursos económicos
que reciben, pero la Iglesia Católica rechaza esta medida,
aseveró el obispo de Tijuana, Rafael Romo Muñoz.
Take charge of your child's education by forming
a better relationship with the
teacher
By Ylonda Gault Caviness
Math had always been Brent's favorite subject. So last year
when the seventh grader began grousing about class and laboring
over his homework, Cherylynn Miller Grier knew her son had a problem.
She arranged a meeting with Brent's teacher. "Don't worry,"
she was told. "He'll be okay."
Back-to-School Guide For Parents
The precious summer months have whizzed by, and it's time
for back-to-school" preparations, not only for students but
also for parents.
The Busy Parent's Guide to Involvement in Education
Dr. Linda Albert
Parent involvement-your involvement-in education increases
your children's chances for success in school. Studies show that
children whose parents are involved in education are more motivated
in school. Motivated students are more likely to participate in
class, more likely to complete homework, and more likely to achieve
academically. In short, motivated children become students with
good chances for bright futures.
Información Sobre Inscripciones y Salud
de los Alumnos de San Diego City Schools
Inscribirse a una escuela del Distrito Escolar Unificado
de San Diego es requisito para todos los alumnos de nuevo ingreso
y aquellos que continúan pero que se han cambiado a una
nueva zona de asistencia escolar durante el verano. El ciclo escolar
2001-2002 comienza el martes, 4 de septiembre.
Tulie Trejo, es una gran ganadora en el arte
culinario
Por: Paco Zavala.
Hace mas de cuarenta años Bake-Off, ha hecho ganadora
a la Sra. Tulie Trejo. La Sra. Trejo, es de descendencia mexicana,
originaria de esta ciudad de San Diego, Ca., nació en Logan
Heights, hace 76 años.
Chula Vista Resident Named Regional Manager
of Service Agency
Yvonne Zazueta has been named Southern California regional
manager of Community Catalysts of California, a 14-year old service
agency devoted to helping San Diego's developmentally disabled
live independently and secure gainful employment.
Latino Voters & the GOP
Study Asks Whether Republicans Can Win Hispanic Vote
WASHINGTON — President George W. Bush and prominent
members of the GOP leadership have high hopes for Latino voters,
believing them the key to a potential political realignment. This
hope underlies the administration's approach to many issues, including
proposals to grant amnesty to millions of Mexican illegal aliens.
LA
COLUMNA VERTEBRAL
Por Eduardo Salinas
Mexicanos en Estados Unidos y la posible regularización
migratoria
Sin saber una palabra en inglés y con sólo
unos cuantos dólares en los bolsillos, Rafael Hernández
decidió emigrar de su natal México a Estados Unidos
con el afán de mejorar su estilo de vida. Era el año
de 1990 cuando el joven campesino logró burlar el cerco
fronterizo para llegar al estado de California donde consiguió
su primer empleo lavando platos, en un restaurante chino.
El Departamento Estatal de Salud Advierte Sobre
el Consumo de Ostras Crudas
Sacramento — Desde Junio de este año se han
reportado seis enfermedades en California vinculadas con el consumo
de ostras crudas procedentes de las Costas del Golfo, anunció
hoy Diana M. Bontá, R.N., Dr. P.H., Directora Estatal de
Salud. Ella renovó la advertencia a las personas que son
susceptibles que se abstengan de comer ostras crudas que son cosechadas
de los estados de Louisiana, Alabama, Florida, Mississippi y Texas.
Latino Publication Focused On Auto Industry
Detroit — The idea to deliver automotive content
that appeals directly to the fastest-growing ethnic market in
the U.S. has spurred the onset of Latinos On Wheels magazine.
"This bilingual publication will highlight the interests
of the Latino car buyers in an increasingly competitive automobile
industry," says Andres Tobar, publisher and editor-in-chief,
Latinos On Wheels, L.L.C. The premiere issue of Latinos On
Wheels (LOW) will make its debut at the South Florida
International Auto Show (Oct. 26 - Nov 4), Miami Fl.
Vincent Bugliosi To Speak in Oceanside
The Center for International Understanding at Mira Costa
College and Voter March will sponsor famed prosecutor and author
Vincent Bugliosi at the Mira Costa College Theater in Oceanside
on August 25 at 7:30 p.m. Also speaking at the forum, which is
free and open to the public, will be U.S. Rep. Bob Filner, of
California's 50th District.
Carlsbad Office Offers Grants for Cultural Projects
Laubach Literacy Seeks Applications
for National Book Scholarship Fund
Editorial
The Results Are In On the San Diego School
District and They are BAD!
Superintendent Alan Bersin and his running mate Chancellor
of Instruction Anthony Alvarado have been blown to smithereens
by their own petard. They swore by their instructional program,
yet the results from the Stanford 9 test indicate that the Bersin
and Alvarado duo has failed drastically. The children under their
administration FAILED MISERABLY. District high schools showed
very little improvement and in some cases their performance worsened,
even after the state and federal governments spent millions of
additional monies to improve their education.
Chismes
de Mi Gallinero:
California's Teachers Failing Latino Kids
By: Julio C. Calderón
Today — is one of those days, it is hot and dusty, and
I have zoned out on the solitaire game in the computer —
what a waste of time, technology and gray matter. I thought, certainly
there were more important issues to consider. So, I go feed the
chickens in the gallinero. They were arguing about the news that
the California Teachers' Association (CTA) complaining that the
California Legislature to give more attention to teachers. I wonder
what the CTA would do if the Legislature and the governor gave
education 99 percent of the budget?
Commentary
Bush's Español: Empty Palabras?
By Domenico Maceri
George W. Bush's mistakes with the English language are famous.
There is even a web site called Bushisms of the week. The press
has been generous with his gaffes in Spanish and giving him an
"A" for his efforts. To be sure he has made some mistakes
in español which clearly call to mind those of his native
language. Fore example, during the 2000 election he asked an audience
for their "botas" (boots) instead of "votos"
(votes).
The Public Forum ... El Foro Publico
Bush could have done the right thing
An hour ago I spent the last of my tax refund check . . .
I got my wife a manicure. I stayed in a mediocre hotel for a couple
of nights, bought a couple of CDs on sale, and had a great time
at a local casino! Wow! It's gone.
Resena
Viva el Amor
Por: Paco Zavala.
Edna R. Bautista, es una educadora y escritora premiada, quien
está certificada en Bodas por Weddings Beautiful Worldwide,
una division del National Bridal Service. Edna ha trabajado como
consultora de novias en Bridal Clasiques en Tulsa, Oklahoma, y
ahora trabaja en el panel editorial de consejería para
la revista: "Wedding Bells". La Dra. Bautista
es profesora de periodísmo y comunicaciones interculturales
en Nueva Jersey.
Sundance Channel Showcases Dynamic Voices of Contemporary
Latin American
Cinema With September Filmfest "Arte Latino"
Sundance Channel celebrates the richness and vitality
of contemporary Latin American cinema in September with its second
"Arte Latino" FilmFest. Recent years have seen Latin
America re-emerge as a significant force in international cinema;
production has increased across the region, and a number of filmmakers
have begun to explore the creative potential of new and developing
technologies. "Arte Latino" samples from Latin American
cinema's diverse artistic currents to bring viewers an up-to-the-moment
array of exceptional films by established and emerging filmmakers.
The Film Fest's lineup includes seven features and nine short
films, representing Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Cuba, Ecuador
and Mexico.
Cal State San Marcos Students Host Oaxacan Cultural
Festival
Students at California State University San Marcos will
host the second-annual Guelaguetza, a festival celebrating the
diverse indigenous cultures of the Southern Mexican state of Oaxaca,
Sunday, August 26, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., on the cam-pus's Lower Field.
This family event is modeled after the yearly Guelaguetza held
in Oaxaca City, where members of many of the region's 23 indigenous
groups share their distinctive music, dance, dress, and food.
SalsaArtists.com in conjunction with Hitmen Entertainment
presents the Tropical
Music Singing & Songwriting Contest
SalsaArtists.com in association with Hitmen Entertainment
is presenting a talent search to give emerging artists the opportunity
to perform in front of top music industry professionals. The "Tropical
Music Singing & Songwriting" contest will take place
at the Rumba Room, LA's premier Latin nightclub in the heart of
City Walk in Universal City, CA. (www.rumbaroom.com).
Singers and songwriters will be competing in the following music
genres: Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Cumbia, Bolero, Mambo, Son,
Timba, Rumba, Cha Cha, Vallenato etc.
Aztec Football Family Day This Saturday at Tony
Gwynn Stadium
Scrimmage, autograph session and interactive games
highlight festivities.
For the second straight season the San Diego State football
team will hold its annual Aztec Family Day at Tony Gwynn Stadium
on the San Diego State campus.
Bullfight
World...
By Lyn Sherwood
Fine Bulls of Llaguno Refuse to Surrender
Ears
The ninth corrida of the 2001 season saw an overcast day
at José López Hurtado's "Beautiful Bullring
by The Sea." Nearly 10,000 spectators were on hand to witness
matadors Mariano Ramos, Enrique Garza, and Paco Gonzales face
a herd of genuine bulls from Don José Julián Llaguno.
The animals weighed from 480-640 kilos. That's right, 640 kilos!
And, what a truly noble beast it was!
Big Reunion Week As Rice Returns to San Francisco
It's not a long trip. But it will bring back a lot of
memories.
When the Oakland Raiders travel a quick 30 miles down I-80 this
Sunday afternoon to San Francisco, they'll bring with them a player
who knows the neighborhood well - the NFL's all-time touchdown
scorer, Jerry Rice.
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