Last month the strictly nonpartisan Congressional Budget office (CBO) released its 2015 Long-Term Budget Outlook, which painted our growing national debt as a major threat to the economic stability and future of our nation.
Mapping the Gap: How Is the Hispanic Unemployment Rate in Each State?
Since the beginning of the Recession in 2007, the brunt of the economic downturn has been felt differently by various groups. Hispanics, in particular, faced a serious spike in unemployment that has been slower to recover than other demographics.
SW Business Summit Panel Sessions
The energy industry is critical to the US and Southwest economies. The industry has a large impact on jobs as well as taxes paid to the local and national governments. Energy production and policies also impact our national security. Energy experts will explore these topics and more on today’s panel.
The LIBRE Institute Releases New Study on the Importance of Hispanic Entrepreneurship
Today during the Southwest Business Summit, The LIBRE Institute will release a new study titled La Oportunidad: The Growing Importance of Hispanic Entrepreneurs and How States Can Benefit.
LA OPORTUNIDAD: The Growing Importance of Hispanic Entrepreneurs and How States Can Benefit
America’s strong entrepreneurial tradition has been, for many, the pathway to the American dream. This is particularly true for many of the nation’s Hispanic immigrants and descendants who have been an integral part of the present-day U.S. entrepreneurial economy.
The LIBRE Institute Hosts Southwest Business Summit: Strategies for Economic Prosperity May 18-19
The LIBRE Institute (LIBRE), a 501c3 nonpartisan and nonprofit organization that raises public awareness, provides empowerment resources, and serves as a source of information on the most pressing economic issues of our time, primarily to the U.S. Hispanic community, will host the Southwest Business Summit: Strategies for Economic Prosperity on May 18th and 19th in Albuquerque, NM.
Immigration Reform: A Perfect Fit for the U.S. Economy
Does immigration harm our economy? Should we prevent additional job-seekers from crossing our borders? Do immigrants compete with Americans for jobs? The United States has a long and rich history of immigration, and questions like those above have perennially dogged supporters of the immigrants who wish to come to our country in search of opportunity.
Panel: Achieving Your American Dream Through Home Ownership
For many, home ownership is a symbol of the American Dream. It’s a safe investment during uncertain economic times, a long-term retirement asset, a shelter to your family, and access to good schools. But these days the path to the American Dream has become more difficult to follow.
U.S. Latinas Are Taking Their Futures into Their Own Hands
A quality education is key to achieving the American Dream, and Latina women are increasingly taking charge of their own destiny. Lower educational attainment can be an obstacle in many areas of life, leading to lower employment, higher poverty rates, and lower income, which underscores the importance of education to the wellbeing of the Hispanic community.
Hispanics Reluctant to Enroll in Obamacare: Increased Costs to Blame
This Sunday, February the 15th, the Open Enrolment period for health insurance coverage under the Affordable Care Act for 2015 will draw to a close. Despite massive pushes by the Obama administration to boost Hispanic enrollment, the Hispanic community has largely avoided participation in the controversial healthcare program.
