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A Oaxaqueña’s Journey to Public Policy: An Interview with Heidy Melchor

June 6, 2025 in Comunidad, Politics /by Odalis Cruz

Born and raised in Mid-City, Heidy Melchor, Zapoteca Oaxaqueña, is no stranger to the underrepresentation Latines face in public policy. Despite the challenges, Heidy has made her mark within the federal government and in the local LA community. I had the pleasure of interviewing Heidy via Zoom on March 27, 2025 where we discussed public […]

“Para ti Papá”: A letter to my father

April 28, 2025 in Expresiones /by Odalis Cruz

Querido Papá, “Para Ti Papá,” a song by Ulices Chaidez, never fails to make me cry, and it is one of the most cherished songs in my life. It reminds me of the hardworking, caring and loving man I have the pleasure of calling my father. “Tantos años trabajando Solo para darnos todo […]