Latino Economic Development Council
With an immigration debate focused on national security, what often gets lost is the perspective of the individuals who come to the United States to make a better life for themselves and their families back home.
Meet Manny
Manny Hidalgo is the executive director of the Latino Economic Development Corporation and a vocal advocate for immigrant rights. We spoke with Manny about the immigration debate, community building, and the driving force that immigrants play in the local community. He provided us with a candid view on the economic trade-offs of immigration and explained why all Americans should care about protecting the rights of immigrants.
About The LEDC
The Latino Economic Development Corporation is a Washington DC-based non-profit organization dedicated to helping low-income Latinos and other underserved communities obtain and grow wealth through the ownership of homes and small businesses.
The Interview
Politicians and the Latino Community
The importance of the immigration debate
Importance of the Immigration debate after September 11
All of our rights are in jeopardy when on group's rights are in jeopardy
Immigration's impact on societal values
Immigration reform and the African American community
Immigration and the path to legalization
Discrimination towards immigrants
Overcoming anxiety towards immigrants
Civil rights issues for the immigrant community
