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How Lebanese Migration Helped Shape Mexico’s Modern Identity

Approximately 400,000 Lebanese emigrants are part of Mexico’s population. Families residing in regions such as Yucatán, Puebla, and Mexico City have created a lasting legacy, benefiting both themselves and the Mexican people. Their business ventures and Levantine influence have enriched the vibrant Mexican culture we recognize today. In this article, Arab America’s contributing writer Nissrine Bedda explores the impact of Lebanese emigrants on Mexico’s modernization during the Porfiriato era and their integration into Mexican society.

Latin America’s Forgotten History

Old decoration in an eastern market / Photo Credits: Pexels.com/JuliaVolk By: Rina Acevedo / Arab America Contributing Writer A Forgotten History As a Salvadorean-born Latina, year after year, we approach Hispanic Heritage Month by celebrating our Independence, our culture, and our indigenous background. Certain traditions take place; visiting family members, cooking traditional dishes, spending time … Continued

Arab Ancestry in Latin America

SOURCE: BERKELEY HIGH JACKET BY: JOSE MAURICIO SIERRA ROMERO There has been recent turmoil in the Middle East, as there continues to be an ongoing issue between Israel and Palestine. Palestinians, a people who are ethnically Arab, have a very strong presence in Hispanic communities, as do other Arab nations. This column will seek to … Continued

Latin America’s turn to the right: implications for Palestine

Aymara women march holding posters with a message that reads in Spanish; “Bolivia condemns genocide in Gaza. Palestine, resist” during a rally against Israel’s offensive in Gaza, in La Paz, Bolivia, Friday, Aug. 8, 2014. Picture by Juan Karita AP/Press Association Images. All rights reserved. By CECILIA BAEZA OpenDemocracy This past October, Chile’s political right … Continued

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