Free Republic
Browse · Search
News/Activism
Topics · Post Article

Skip to comments.

While The Country Reacts To Zimmerman Verdict, Hispanic Groups Largely Silent
latino.foxnews.com ^ | July 15, 2013

Posted on 07/15/2013 12:45:27 PM PDT by Tailgunner Joe

Reaction following the verdict of George Zimmerman, who was acquitted on second-degree murder and manslaughter charges on Saturday in last year’s killing of Trayvon Martin, was swift....

But Latino groups have been largely silent on the matter – choosing to remain in the sidelines of an issue that has gripped the nation.

The groups were in a tricky spot, some said. Zimmerman, who is Latino and white, killed an unarmed black teenager – sparking racial tension throughout the country.

If the Latino groups attacked the verdict, experts said, they would be taking a stand against one of their own. If they defended Zimmerman, whose mother is a Peruvian immigrant, they could alienate black groups angry at what they perceived was injustice against Trayvon Martin. ....

The National Council of La Raza waited two days to send out a press release – saying on Monday that it was “disappointed and saddened” that Zimmerman was found not guilty. NCLR president and CEO Janet Murguía called on the Department of Justice to weigh in more “forcefully” on the matter and said they wanted to seek justice for Trayvon Martin.

“We also believe it is critical to see this case as a teachable moment; we must continue to educate our fellow Americans on what racial profiling really is and the toll it takes on all communities of color in this country,” Murguía said. ....

“The judicial system failed not only the African American community, but all minority communities across the country,” said Arturo Carmona, executive director of Presente.org, a Latino advocacy group based in California. “We share the anger and frustration that the African American community has expressed this past weekend. It’s important that communities from all backgrounds are vocal and united about this case.”

(Excerpt) Read more at latino.foxnews.com ...


TOPICS: News/Current Events
KEYWORDS: laraza; zimmenez; zimmerman
Navigation: use the links below to view more comments.
first 1-2021-4041-57 next last

1 posted on 07/15/2013 12:45:27 PM PDT by Tailgunner Joe
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | View Replies]

To: Tailgunner Joe

“Shhhhh! Don’t say anything stupid and mess up the Gravy Train!!!” :)


2 posted on 07/15/2013 12:47:22 PM PDT by Mr. Jeeves (CTRL-GALT-DELETE)
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 1 | View Replies]

To: Tailgunner Joe

I noticed the Amish just keep on building barns like nothing is going on.


3 posted on 07/15/2013 12:48:43 PM PDT by albie (t allowed)
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 1 | View Replies]

To: Tailgunner Joe

You would think....but no.


4 posted on 07/15/2013 12:49:01 PM PDT by GrandJediMasterYoda (Someday our schools will teach the difference between "lose" and "loose")
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 1 | View Replies]

To: Mr. Jeeves

More people in this country should remain silent. I’m sick of the post coverage of this trial. Is there anything else happening in America today?


5 posted on 07/15/2013 12:49:21 PM PDT by Catsrus (`)
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 2 | View Replies]

To: Tailgunner Joe
"The National Council of La Raza waited two days to send out a press release – saying on Monday that it was “disappointed and saddened” that Zimmerman was found not guilty."

La Raza throws Zimmerman under the bus.

6 posted on 07/15/2013 12:51:24 PM PDT by DannyTN
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 1 | View Replies]

To: Tailgunner Joe
Zimmerman, who is Latino and white

In the words of the fictional Rafe McCawley... "Does my skin look pink to you?"

7 posted on 07/15/2013 12:51:42 PM PDT by BenLurkin (This is not a statement of fact. It is either opinion or satire; or both.)
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 1 | View Replies]

To: Tailgunner Joe

Latinos are taking one for the team right now, not unlike the National Organization of Women assuming the position for Clinton.


8 posted on 07/15/2013 12:52:34 PM PDT by SampleMan (Feral Humans are the refuse of socialism.)
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 1 | View Replies]

To: Tailgunner Joe

...because the hood rats aren’t mad at Mexicans, they’re mad at Whitey!


9 posted on 07/15/2013 12:52:58 PM PDT by TexasCajun (Creepy-Ass Cracker)
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 1 | View Replies]

To: Tailgunner Joe
While The Country Reacts To Zimmerman Verdict, Hispanic Groups Largely Silent

GET 'EM!!!
10 posted on 07/15/2013 12:53:15 PM PDT by mmichaels1970
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 1 | View Replies]

To: SampleMan

Yep!


11 posted on 07/15/2013 12:53:15 PM PDT by ConservativeMan55
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 8 | View Replies]

To: BenLurkin

Zimmerman’s Latino half is from Peru. I know some very nice Peruvians, well educated, cultured, etc.


12 posted on 07/15/2013 12:53:37 PM PDT by gleeaikin
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 7 | View Replies]

To: Catsrus

I’m sorry but you’re kind of missing the boat on this. This is way bigger than one man and one trial.

If you can’t see that then I don’t know what to say.


13 posted on 07/15/2013 12:53:52 PM PDT by snarkytart
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 5 | View Replies]

To: All
They subscribe to the idea that:

The enemy of my enemy is my friend.

14 posted on 07/15/2013 12:54:08 PM PDT by 101stAirborneVet
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 1 | View Replies]

To: Tailgunner Joe
an issue that has gripped the nation Gripping the nation? I live in Idaho that is part of the nation. No gripping here.
15 posted on 07/15/2013 12:54:50 PM PDT by ColdOne (I miss my poochie... Tasha 2000~3/14/11)
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 1 | View Replies]

To: Tailgunner Joe
Hispanic Groups Largely Silent

Why speak up? 99% of the low information protestors are railing against some supposed white supremacy and an allegedly white-tilted legal system. If I was a Latino guy, I probably wouldn't want the angry lynch mob to be reminded that Zimmerman is actually Hispanic and have the angry mob direct their attention my way.

16 posted on 07/15/2013 12:55:01 PM PDT by NotYourAverageDhimmi
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 1 | View Replies]

To: Tailgunner Joe; All
 photo funny_immigration_question_answer_post_card-r91900380b8364566b68ccef855998058_vgbaq_8byvr_512.jpg

Help FR Continue the Conservative Fight!
Your Monthly and Quarterly Donations
Help Keep FR In the Battle!

Sponsoring FReepers are contributing
$10 Each time a New Monthly Donor signs up!
Get more bang for your FR buck!
Click Here To Sign Up Now!


17 posted on 07/15/2013 12:55:52 PM PDT by musicman (Until I see the REAL Long Form Vault BC, he's just "PRES__ENT" Obama = Without "ID")
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 1 | View Replies]

To: SampleMan

NOW never saw it as taking one for the team though. They didn’t have to think twice about supporting a pro abortion big government liberal like Clinton. To them having someone in power that protects so-called women’s rights is the most important thing.


18 posted on 07/15/2013 12:56:47 PM PDT by snarkytart
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 8 | View Replies]

To: gleeaikin

His brother seemed very sharp when I saw him on CNN.


19 posted on 07/15/2013 12:57:59 PM PDT by BenLurkin (This is not a statement of fact. It is either opinion or satire; or both.)
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 12 | View Replies]

To: gleeaikin

“Zimmerman’s Latino half is from Peru. I know some very nice Peruvians, well educated, cultured, etc.”

And more to the point, his family is here LEGALLY. That leaves out the LaRatsa folks joining in to help him.


20 posted on 07/15/2013 12:58:22 PM PDT by freeangel ( (free speech is only good until someone else doesn't like it)
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 12 | View Replies]


Navigation: use the links below to view more comments.
first 1-2021-4041-57 next last

Disclaimer: Opinions posted on Free Republic are those of the individual posters and do not necessarily represent the opinion of Free Republic or its management. All materials posted herein are protected by copyright law and the exemption for fair use of copyrighted works.

Free Republic
Browse · Search
News/Activism
Topics · Post Article

FreeRepublic, LLC, PO BOX 9771, FRESNO, CA 93794
FreeRepublic.com is powered by software copyright 2000-2008 John Robinson