Oct
04
2011
Jessica González Joins Select Group of Media and Telecommunications Leaders
The National Hispanic Media Coalition, NHMC, celebrates its VP of Policy and Legal Affairs, Jessica González, on her appointment to the Federal Communications Commission’s Diversity Committee.
The mission of the Federal Advisory Committee on Diversity for Communications in the Digital Age — AKA “Diversity Committee” — is to advise the FCC on policies aimed to enhance diversity in media and telecommunications. The main focus of the Diversity Committee will be to promote universal broadband access by historically disadvantaged people, as well as to further their employment in the workforce of the telecommunications and related industries. More ...
Sep
29
2011
Michael
Scurato
In July, NHMC asked the FCC to consider making after school computer center staffing and teacher digital literacy training costs eligible services to be funded through the Universal Service Fund. The rationale behind the request was that a school computer lab could be a valuable resource to students that lack a computer or Internet connection at home, provided that the labs are open after school and staffed by educators who know how to use the technology. Unfortunately, the FCC has just released its “Eligible Services List” (ESL) for 2012 and denied NHMC’s request in a footnote near the end of the accompanying Order (Footnote 62, to be exact). More ...
Sep
28
2011
Latino Leaders Demand that Clear Channel Remove John and Ken from the Air
The National Hispanic Media Coalition, NHMC, and its local and national allies – over 10 groups so far – are working together to hold John and Ken accountable for their hate speech against Latinos broadcasted on their show. The John and Ken Show airs on KFI AM 640, one of eight Clear Channel-owned stations in the Los Angeles area. More ...
Sep
26
2011
Jessica
Gonzalez
This semester NHMC is pleased to be hosting two outstanding lawyers-in-training as part of its legal internship program. You have already met Liz Ruiz, and today I write to introduce you to Brenda Montes. Brenda recently graduated from the UCLA School of Law. In August she completed the California bar exam and she is now awaiting her results. More ...
Sep
15
2011
CONSUMER ALERT: US GOVERNMENT FINES PRE-PAID CALLING CARD COMPANIES FOR FRAUD – PROTECT YOURSELF FROM THIS ABUSE!
Consider the following facts: Latinos may be losing up to $1 million per day because of fraudulent prepaid calling cards. The average calling card only delivers 60% of the minutes advertised. The cost-per-minute rates for prepaid phone cards can be up to 87% higher than expected. More ...
Sep
15
2011
Impact Awards Celebrates Latino Leaders’s Outstanding Contribution to the Community
PASADENA—(NHMC – Sep 15, 2011)—The National Hispanic Media Coalition, NHMC, held last week its 9th Annual Local Impact Awards in Pasadena, California. Two hundred Latino leaders came together this morning to commemorate the achievements of Local Impact Awards’ recipients. Through the Local Impact Awards NHMC honors individuals and entities whose work have greatly benefited the Latino community in California. More ...
Sep
07
2011
Jessica
Gonzalez
Consistent with our mission to increase the number of Latinos employed in all facets of the media industry, NHMC warmly welcomes Elizabeth Ruiz to the team as part of our Fall 2011 legal internship program. NHMC’s legal internship program celebrated its first anniversary this summer. Its purpose is twofold: to bolster NHMC’s legal research capacity and, more importantly, to prepare aspiring Latino lawyers to practice media and telecommunications policy.
Elizabeth comes to NHMC with a very impressive background. She recently started her final year at the University of North Carolina School of Law. She graduated with honors from the University of South Carolina in 2006, and then spent the subsequent three years working as a news assistant and staff writer at The State newspaper in Columbia, SC. Aside from her journalism background, Elizabeth brings to NHMC her valuable experiences interning for FCC Commissioner Clyburn and as a Google Policy Fellow at Media Access Project. More ...
Sep
03
2011
Jessica
Gonzalez
For those of us who aren’t primarily focused on telecommunications policy – and even for those of us who are – the web of regulatory review of the AT&T/T-Mobile deal can be confusing. Here is my part-lawyer/part-human explanation of what just went down, and what’s next.
For starters, two government agencies are tasked with reviewing this transaction: the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The DOJ is required to enforce antitrust laws. The FCC’s review is broader. Although it focuses on factors that the DOJ considers, such as bolstering competition, it also must examine whether the transaction is in the public interest. More ...
Sep
01
2011
NHMC: ‘An important step to protect consumers from AT&T’s attempt to eliminate competition.’
PASADENA, CA — (NHMC – Aug 31, 2011) — Today, the Department of Justice, DoJ, filed a complaint to block AT&T’s $39 billion takeover of T-Mobile. DoJ’s decision echoes concerns raised by the National Hispanic Media Coalition, NHMC, since AT&T announced this transaction earlier this year.
In a press conference this morning, Deputy Attorney General James M. Cole said, “The Department filed its lawsuit because we believe the combination of AT&T and T-Mobile would result in tens of millions of consumers all across the United States facing higher prices, fewer choices and lower quality products for their mobile wireless services.”
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Sep
01
2011
NHMC Will Honor Latino Community Leaders
PASADENA—(NHMC – Aug 30, 2011)—The National Hispanic Media Coalition (NHMC) proudly announces its 9th Annual Local Impact Awards Luncheon to be held on Thursday, September 8th, at the Westin Hotel inPasadena,California. The Local Impact Awards honor individuals and entities whose achievements have greatly benefited the Latino community in California.
“As hate crimes against Latinos rise in California, it becomes more relevant than ever to celebrate the great achievements of the Latino community and to encourage positive portrayals of Latinos in the media,” states Alex Nogales, NHMC President and CEO. More ...
Aug
23
2011
PASADENA—(NHMC – Aug 23, 2011)—The National Hispanic Media Coalition (NHMC) proudly announces its 9th Annual Local Impact Awards Luncheon. This year NHMC will recognize the outstanding achievements of Congressman Esteban Torres (Ret.), KNBC’s Kathy Vara, KABC’s Danny Romero, Univision’s Gabriela Teissier, and Radio Billingüe. Big Boy and KNBC’s Ana Garcia will serve as Masters of Ceremonies.
Beyond honoring those individuals or entities whose achievements, generosity of spirit, or courage-under-fire have greatly benefited Latinos in California, the Annual Local Impact Awards Luncheon serves as a fundraiser to help NHMC carry out its mission to advocate for and recognize those Latinos in the media who are making a difference. The event is sponsored by Univision and Google. Additional sponsorship opportunities can be found at: http://www.nhmc.org/content/sponsorship-opportunities-0 More ...
Aug
19
2011
Michael
Scurato
By: Michael J. Scurato, Policy Counsel
Even AT&T, prone to a particularly cheery disposition of late, must be reeling after a series of setbacks in past weeks have shifted the momentum in the saga that is its proposed acquisition of T-Mobile. The opposition is growing and becoming more vocal, support is more and more transparent, expert industry analysts are beginning to express doubts, and AT&T’s legion of highly paid attorneys and lobbyists is starting to make mistakes. Even the most intricate tapestry will begin to unravel if you devote enough time to pulling on a single thread. In this case, NHMC and others have a lot of loose threads to work with – not the least of which being AT&T’s lies, 20,000 lost jobs, and higher prices for consumers. More ...
Aug
11
2011
National Hispanic Media Coalition Reaction to George Lopez’s Cancellation
PASADENA—(NHMC – Aug 11, 2011)—The National Hispanic Media Coalition, NHMC, laments the cancellation of George Lopez’s show on TBS, “Lopez Tonight.” Although we understand that low ratings may motivate this type of business decision, it is nonetheless a significant loss for the Latino audience. We make up 16.5% of Americans and need to see uplifting reflections of ourselves on television.\ More ...
Aug
09
2011
PASADENA—(NHMC – Aug 9, 2011 )—The National Hispanic Media Coalition, NHMC, repudiates broadcaster Tony Bruno’s derogatory remark against San Francisco Giants player Ramon Ramirez, who is a Dominican. Derogatory comments, especially broadcasters’ remarks against undocumented immigrants, only add to the anti-Latino sentiment in our nation.
Indeed, when well-known broadcasters pontificate against Latinos, it legitimizes intolerance, fueling an atmosphere of hate.
Tony Bruno’s remarks are offensive to Latinos and fall far short of the values of respect and tolerance that are associated with the sports’ world. Our nation deserves responsible media figures that hold themselves to the highest ethical values. More ...
Aug
09
2011
PASADENA–(NHMC – August 9, 2011) — The National Hispanic Media Coalition, a non-profit, civil rights media advocacy organization, announces the appointment of Rosalia Tenorio as its new Director of Communications. A seasoned communicator with in-depth experience in mass media and public relations, Tenorio will direct NHMC’s communications strategy to increase the organization’s visibility and support its ongoing growth.
Tenorio is a tech savvy public relations professional with a track record of conceptualizing and directing the execution of pioneer online projects. She served as Director of Marketing and Editorial at an 8 million unique-visitors, 501(c)3, web portal available in Spanish and English, where she oversaw content production, public relations activities, and fundraising efforts. More ...
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