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Fast Pace, High Profile Mark Governor's Term

After two years, Gov. Bill Richardson's approval ratings remain high and full-speed- ahead is the pace the former New Mexico congressman, United Nations ambassador and energy secretary.

India New Threat to Mexico's Economy

Mexico does not only face a trade threat from China but also now from India, according to the National Bank of Foreign Trade, or Bancomext.

ACLU: New Questions for Gonzales

The American Civil Liberties Union has new questions on torture memos before White House counsel Al Gonzales is confirmed as attorney general.

Moreno Sees Money in Los Angeles Name

Angels owner Arte Moreno doesn't want to promote the city of Los Angeles or Anaheim or any name but "Angels." But he needs national recognition from advertisers and broadcasters to boost revenues.

Chicano Shouldn't Be a Dirty Word

At the University of New Mexico, the administration has decided to discard or de-emphasize the term Chicano and rename the school's 33-year-old Chicano Studies Program.

Fort Worth-based La Familia Plans Club Grocery Stores

A North Texas food distributor that ships grocers imported products from south of the border said it plans to open several club stores in Dallas and Fort Worth.

Population Growth Fuels Boom in Spanish-language Publications

This year has been a boom one for Spanish-language media in the U.S., which has seen the birth of new publications as well as mergers and purchases involving large corporations.

Pass the Torch, Wisely

The intricacies of a family-run businesses are many. What makes this unique area of entrepreneurship so complex is that the value systems and relationships within families and businesses are entirely different.

Bush Makes Gains With Hispanic Men; Hispanic Southerners

President Bush's boost in Hispanic votes in the November election was strongest among men, Southerners and those from the Northeast, a survey released Tuesday showed.

So. California Women's Business Center to Partner with Score

A new organization formed to support Southern California women entrepreneurs has partnered with a well-established business group to enhance its services.

From the current issue of Hispanic Business Magazine...

The Press in Print

Since 2000, the number of Spanish-language publications has jumped by 14.2 percent. But is the market big enough for all of the players?

Turning Up the Volume

Companies are racing to strengthen top-tier status – and tap new mid-size markets.