Somos Connecticut
Connecticut Public is committed to elevating the stories of, and connecting with, our Latino communities. See how we are expanding our reporting, programming and engagement opportunities locally and abroad.
There are around 35,000 Peruvians in Connecticut — and the community continues to grow.
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The previous age cutoff was 12 years old. Health and immigrant rights advocates said the next goal is to extend state insurance coverage up to age 18, for families that meet income requirements.
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Latinos make up 18% of Connecituc’s population and as that population continues to grow and diversify itself it has the potential to increase political influence.
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Issues like the economy, healthcare, and federal migration policy can better represent members of Latino communities in political coverage versus an election poll without a large sample of Latino respondents. This hour on The Wheelhouse, we bridge misconceptions about prospective Latino voters to amplify their perspectives on relevant policies.
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In 2020, Puerto Rico’s massive Arecibo radio telescope collapsed. The research facility may now be on the cusp of a new chapter.
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Alejandra Gonzalez Zertuche’s paintings often depict people working at their jobs, trying to make a go of the American dream. Her art is colorful and big.
Radio Shows
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Latino USA, the radio journal of news and culture, is the only national, English-language radio program produced from a Latino perspective. Listen to past episodes at latinousa.org.
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Every week, Alt.Latino introduces listeners to new alternative Latin music, including diverse genres such as cumbia, Mexican garage rock, Panamanian rap, heavy metal mariachi and many more boundary-blurring sounds from around the world. Listen to past episodes on npr.org.