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    Introduction In its most basic form, the radio has always played an inherent role in the development of societies around the world. Before the mobile first generation, and even the television, the radio was the device that families would allow into their home and embrace as a connection to the outside world. With no exception to this rule, Hispanic radio has shaped the growing minorities ' role in American society ever since its boom. Hispanic radio has been the unifying force between Latino communities

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    It has been said that the Port of Los Angeles is a “massive heart, pumping what the country needs, or wants, through this major rail artery, which separates into thousands of smaller vessels”.(pg29) The Docks by Bill Sharpsteen gives the reader an insider’s look at how important the port is to the United States. Throughout the book Bill interviews with people who work different areas of the port and some that are connected upstream or downstream of the supply chain in some way. He explains the history

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    He published his first book at the age of 24 and he started writing poetry at the age of 35. He also published his first poetry book in 1959. Bukowski wrote over 45 books- as well as short stories novels and poetry. He died March 9, 1994 in san Pedro, California. Bukowski attended L.A City College, drooping out at the beginning of WWII and moving to N.Y to become a writer. The next few years he spent his time writing ad traveling and collecting numerous rejection ships. By 1946 Bukowski had decided

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    A month later, on June 14th 1846 in California, native English speaking people arrested the Mexican governor and imprisoned him and declared California the California Republic. Sloat claimed Monterey and took control of the California Republic. Later he transferred his command to Robert F. Stockton under the orders from congress. At the same time, Kearny with 1700 US troops marched

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    A role model is somebody you look up to, somebody who has not only influenced you but also inspires you. Dancers all over the world look up people like Misty Copeland. Misty Copeland has an amazing story, from starting ballet to making a name for herself. Growing up for Misty wasn’t the easiest, her life has never been in one place, it was all over. When she was thirteen and started ballet, she quickly surpassed all of the other ballerinas, who have been dancing for years. She made it big when she

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    Benjamin is an honorable worker, he pays his taxes, and is currently in the process of becoming a resident. Illegally crossing the border was a death wish to many, however, Benjamin was determined to finish what he had begun. When he arrived in Los Angeles he was held captive by “Coyotes” (Illegal traffickers), for 2 weeks until his payment was confirmed by the head of trafficking. Within his imprisonment, he became familiarized with the host of the home in which he was held. It was a couple of old

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    TRANSPORTATION ISSUES AND PORT GRIDLOCK ________________________________________________________________________ Issues in transportation and port gridlock Table of Contents Introduction 3 Overburdened and underfinanced ports 4 Dual issue: Federal spending cuts and increased cargo 5 Sequestration, Security measures and increase in operating expenses 7 Conclusion 9 Recommendations 10 References 11 Introduction

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    My inspiration… A hero is not a person with strength or a person how fight monsters. A hero is a person that inspires you to be the best you can be, a person how tells you that there is nothing in the world that you can’t do, a person how will speak to you in a different way. My hero doesn’t need strength or able to fight monster, but their able to change your life in a different way. My heroes inspire me to be the person I can be today and other every day. The people in my store inspire me to do

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    (Geography). The majority of El Salvador 's land is made up of a chain of volcanoes that expands throughout the Northern side of the country. The current government of El Salvador is a Republican one. El Salvador was discovered and conquered in 1525 by Pedro de Alvarado a lieutenant of Cortes 's. El Salvador declared its independence from Spain on Sept 15, 1821 and was part of a union of other Central American countries from which they all declared independence from Spain. Afterwards El Salvador has experienced

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    (Geography). The majority of El Salvador 's land is made up of a chain of volcanoes that expands throughout the Northern side of the country. The current government of El Salvador is a Republican one. El Salvador was discovered and conquered in 1525 by Pedro de Alvarado a lieutenant of Cortes 's. El Salvador declared its independence from Spain on Sept 15, 1821 and was part of a union of other Central American countries from which they

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