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By Cris Batista | Sep 11, 2023

U.S. Intervention in Latin America & Our Paths To Justice

The realities of shared history & Opportunities of Solidarity from U.S. Progressives The U.S. government has a large debt to settle with Latin America and our gente — and it begins with truth telling and justice. The history of U.S….

By Cris Batista | Aug 24, 2023

10 Moments in the History of Surveillance And Policing

A short history on surveillance, policing, the criminalization of immigrant, BIPOC communities and how they’re reinforced by tech companies today.

By Carolina Mendez | Aug 17, 2023

Corruptions and Controversies of Guatemala’s 2023 Elections: Interview with Maríajosé España

Earlier this summer, Guatemala held its general elections which resulted in two presidential candidates earning enough votes to go on to the August 20th election: Sandra Torres of the conservative National Unity of Hope (UNE) party and Bernardo Arévalo of…

By Carolina Mendez | Aug 17, 2023

A Party of Historic Proportions: Semilla and the Guatemalan Presidency

While Guatemala’s political establishment was busy sabotaging candidates and seemingly influencing the courts – they forgot about the power of the people. Bernardo Arévalo of Movimiento Semilla party received enough votes to go on to the final round on August…

By Cris Batista | Aug 10, 2023

From Kentucky to Arizona: Reflections on Sazonblea

Sazonblea is an in-person gathering for Mijente members. If you’re actively building sin, contra, y desde el estado efforts or interested in joining – Sazonblea is for YOU! Maybe you’re wondering what Sazonblea is all about, and why you should…

By Cris Batista | Aug 3, 2023

The Dangers in Texas: Heat Waves and Shameless Politicians

Let’s be real – ‘ta caliente. As Latinxs we’re used to bringing the heat. Whether it be in our food, our music, or our passion, we’ve been accustomed to spicy lifestyles and even warmer climates for centuries. Still, nothing could…

By Cris Batista | Jul 27, 2023

Fired Up and Full of Heart: The People Strike Back

From TV writers to healthcare workers, baristas to hotel workers, and pilots to fast food workers one thing is certain — it’s a hot labor summer and corporate greed has got to go. There are so many workers, across dozens…

By Cris Batista | Jun 2, 2023

Pride As Action: Queer Organizing, Resistance, and Spirit

Our movement is a beautiful one, and we are celebrating everything that makes our LGBTQIA+ members and supporters amazing today and everyday.  But we also can’t ignore the moment that we’re in.  From healthcare restrictions, outright bans on drag performances,…

By Cris Batista | May 25, 2023

Springtime Blooms: From Texas, Arizona, Illinois to Pennsylvania

Across the country Mijente is working to organize local campaigns that improve people’s lives, exploring new cities and states where Latinxs are building power, and working to shift the way our communities relate to their governments — sin, contra, y…