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General Consul of Mexico participates in Economic Docents Investigation

SACRAMENTO, CA — The Consulate General of Mexico in Sacramento is participating on the Center for Investigation and Economic Docents (Centro de Investigación y Docencia Económicas —CIDE)   a citizens’ initiative  to promote the Cultural aspects of open dialog, the general public is invited to participate in the Migration and Governance Professional Course which will be offered from September 30th to December 16th, 2011.

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For the entertainment of spectators

A Closer Look at Animals in the Circus. “Just before the elephants go on stage to perform, handlers strike them with bullhooks—heavy, steel-tipped devices —to intimidate them, remind them -who’s boss,” said Delcianna Winders, Director of Captive Animal Law Enforcement in a special interview to the Bilingual Weekly.

By Mayra Barrios

STOCKTON, CA – Trapeze artists floating through the air, elephants, comical clowns, and animals under a big top have created the circus into a magical and fun environment that has entertained families for generations.

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Baby Bash Interview

Baby Bash and Montecuzoma Sanchez

Montecuzoma Sanchez exclusive to Bilingual Weekly

Content of this interview is preserved in its conversational form.

STOCKTON, CA – Baby Bash known to the country for his R&B, Rap, and Pop style music. Originally from Vallejo, California he is one of the few Chicano’s that have prevailed into Mainstream music. Bash came to Stockton to have an album release party at Taste Ultra Lounge on Friday 25, 2011 and we got to ask him a few questions: 

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Carl Toliver: between fiscal balance and academic performace

When Carl Toliver was called back to lead Stockton Unified School District (SUSD) last year as he faced more than one large and looming problem after another. A diminishing administration battered by politics and ineffective leadership, distrustful labor unions working under the constant fear of layoffs, continually reducing budgets, and stubbornly low student academic performance. Continue reading »

The Interview: Carlos Villapudua

SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY SUPERVISOR CARLOS VILLAPUDUA

A year in the Dais

A newcomer in the local political arena, Carlos Villapudua surprised many by defeating seasoned politicians and finally getting elected County Supervisor on November 2009. Then, as he was sworn in, he surprised some more by being named Chairman of the Board on his first Board meeting. Continue reading »

Councilwoman Eggman: “I delivered”

Stockton, CA / Bilingual Weekly

2006: Eggman denounces City's desinterest for South Central Stockton

Susan Talamantes Eggman, the first Latina to serve in the Stockton City Council, was elected four years ago after exposing City neglect of Southside neighborhoods and problems. Now, thanks to the ongoing economic recession, things seem to be worse. As she seeks reelection, we dared to ask… Continue reading »

Dement, from real estate to real politician

Tracy, CA / Bilingual Weekly

Juana Dement is the sole Latino out of nine candidates for the Tracy City Council two available seats. This single fact moved us to ask her for an interview. This is what she said… Continue reading »

SUSD candidates

 

Stockton Unified School District

 

Still navigating through murky waters, still lagging in academic achievement and with a new, staggering budget deficit, the Stockton Unified School District is about to Continue reading »

I Know of Migrant Kids

LARRY ACEVES, CANDIDATE FOR CALIFORNIA SUPERINTENDENT OF EDUCATION

Stockton, CA / Bilingual Weekly

He started as a kindergarten teacher back in 1974. Now Larry Aceves is vying to be California’s top education boss. Continue reading »

Legalization Cowboy: mounted for 19

Wooldridge

Stockton, CA / Bilingual Weekly

Howard Wooldridge is neither a cowboy nor a pot user. Yet he has embarked on his third cross-country horseback crusade for the legalization of drugs. Continue reading »

ELENA URIOSTE: “I’m just a girl who loves music!”

THE BILINGUAL WEEKLY INTERVIEW

Elena Urioste, a teen violinist of Mexican-Basque heritage, has spent most of her short musical career harvesting awards and praise from the Classical Music world, crowning her achievements by being featured on the cover of the respected magazine Symphony as the most promising artist. On September 23 and 25 she will perform at San Joaquin Delta College along with the Stockton Symphony. In advance of her presentation, Bilingual Weekly asked her a few questions… Continue reading »

Clem Lee

Clem Lee, teacher, School Board Trustee, Councilman, Mayor candidate, and SUSD “administrative of all trades” has finally been invited back to the classroom.

But what makes Lee most interesting is his journey through diversity. Conservative and Continue reading »