An Act of Hate Inspires Solidarity with Neighbors in Arizona – An act of vandalism against a bakery owned by an immigrant from the Middle East in Phoenix, Arizona, became the catalyst for an explosion of civic solidarity and repudiation of hate. When they found out about the attack, neighbors united to defend the bakery, which turns out to be a place where people of many diverse backgrounds come together, and where, according to reporter Valeria Fernández, the main ingredient is love. This feature is part of our series, “Hablando de la Raza”.
A Christmas Pastorela for the Trump Era – Pastorela plays, which combine faith and fun, are a deep-rooted Mexican Christmas tradition. The plays have their origins in the colonial era, and tell of the obstacles that the devil puts in the way of a group of shepherds heading to Bethlehem to adore Baby Jesus. As part of the tradition, pastorelas often incorporate social criticism of the moment. This season, the Sinergia theater group of Los Angeles adapted its pastorela to the U.S. presidential election and the threat of mass deportations. Can you guess who the devil is? Our Los Angeles reporter, Rubén Tapia, takes us to the theater.
