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By Yvette Tello
Birthright Citizenship
The 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees that anyone born in the United States is a citizen, regardless of their parents’ nationality. It’s a principle that has shaped generations of families and helped define what it means to be American. At the same time, the words etched on the Statue of Liberty—“Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free”—have long symbolized this country as a place of hope, opportunity, and new beginnings. But today, conversations around birthright citizenship and immigration are more heated than ever. Some believe these protections should be re-examined, while others feel they are essential to preserving the very foundation of this nation. So where do you stand? Immigrants have always been part of America’s story. They have built businesses, served in the military, raised families, and contributed to the culture, economy, and identity of this country. From generation to generation, their impact is undeniable. Is birthright citizenship a promise we must protect? Do the words on the Statue of Liberty still reflect who we are today? Or has our perspective changed over time? This is about identity, opportunity, and the future of our communities. Does the Constitution matter anymore? Let’s talk about it...
Lonnie Bradley: “While I tend to want to keep the birth right citizenship, it also can’t be denied that it is willfully being taken advantage of by people who come here specifically for that. Stronger borders, and better enforcement for the laws that already exist is what I feel needs to happen, not changing the constitution.”
Christopher Mora: “This was never a problem when Europeans were immigrating here. If you were European born here you were always granted US citizenship. Now that Hispanics and others are immigrating to this country in higher numbers the GOP wants to completely change the rules that have existed for 100+ years.
I’m sure it’s just a mere coincidence though.”
Frank Burton: “The reality is we wouldn’t be shit if it wasn’t for immigrants in this country. For those saying it was made in regards to slavery wtf is wrong with you? Are you guys so gullible you’ll just repeat everything they say as if it was true? Feels like the Simpsons in this country lately. “
Sean Richardson: “Birthright citizenship should stay the same. Nothing should change. Our immigration has not changed. You can come to the
US for a better life. Just like any of our ancestors before us. Just like them, you have to come here through our immigration process. Not illegally. That is all”
Beto Medrano: “Republicans say it was written for slaves. When the writers of the constitution gave us the right to bear arms. I’m pretty sure they were thinking muskets and not semi automatic or automatic rifles and pistols.”
Enrique Martin: “The invasion of criminal illegal aliens provided the cause to re-look at who birth right citizenship was meant for! It was written for slaves after the civil war, not illegal carpet baggers from other counties. It most certainly is not the fabric of America. People who legally immigrated here are the fabric of America!”
Charles Edward Rodriguez: “Written for the slaves” and yet not one of these people of color who believe this has/ have voluntarily gone back to their country.”
Henrietta Hernandez: “ Not all immigrants are criminals. They work for farmers, housing, construction and other jobs that Americans are too lazy to do. The people being deported are the innocent waiting on our court system to catch up which have been dismantled and have set the court system back years.This is for legal visa citizens to be able to work here who are not criminals. They are here and in due process. However, you have the elite like Musk and the rich Oligarchs that buy their way in and line the presidents pockets to own and operate business. Which in turn slaves the American for in some cases a cheaper wage. They get to operate tax free. While the American workers pay out the ass! Boom just like that!”
Matt B - ry “Birthright citizenship provides certainty and that certainty is what propels people to invest in their communities, to innovate and ultimately to create traditions that become unmistakably American,” Padma Lakshmi writes. Allow me to explain your country’s identity and how it includes me”
Karen Perkins: “Actually it pertains to babies born to naturalized or legal citizens not any pregnant woman who sneaks into or is brought into this country illegally it clearly states they must NOT have allegiance to any other country but the USA and their children will be citizens upon birth it was written to cover the children born to LEGAL immigrants learn your history!”
Kenneth Mumma: “The 14th Amendment was ratified in 1868 to guarantee citizenship and civil rights to formerly enslaved people after the Civil War, overturning the 1857 Dred Scott v. Sandford decision. It established birthright citizenship,
ensured equal protection and due process under the law, and addressed Southern “Black Codes” restricting freed people’s rights. Key purposes included defining citizenship: It affirmed that all persons born or naturalized in the US are citizens of the US and their state, protecting formerly enslaved people. Maybe an image of text that says ‘America will never be destroyed from the outside. If we falter and lose our freedoms. It will be because we destroyed ourselves. -
ABRAHAM LINCOLN”
Herb Rockman: “The words in the amendment are not vague about this. In addition, it has been upheld and solidified by a number of landmark cases through the years. Today, once again white supremacists are challenging this law. Fortunately the Supreme Court spanked them this time, but they will keep trying.”
Robert Vasquez: “It was written for the slaves and it’s why we have amendments. Our forefathers knew they would make mistakes and left room to have them corrected or changed.”
Lew Yerian: “LEGAL immigrants should get birthright citizenship
Amanda Cena: “It was never a question until this administration started this chaos. The way Latinos are being treated and the Americans that are supporting them is horrible. I don’t want anyone coming to this country and committing horrific crimes but that goes hand in hand with Americans committing them. I don’t want that either. I am all for someone coming to this country and doing the jobs Americans simply refuse to do. They would rather stay on as much assistance as they can get than actually punch a clock.”
Richard Cortez: “Needs to change you just can’t come on vacation or illegally and oops my baby is coming out now time to stop the infiltration maybe add a clause like when said baby becomes adult age 18 the should have to serve 4years military service to learn what all the men and women did for our freedoms since 1776 now it needs to change “
Johnny Mascorro: “That world of our forefathers does not exist anymore, had they known the savages that would exist in our world that want nothing more than to rape and ravage this once great country, they would have written in protections for America and its citizens . Through those open borders all types of invaders came through some friend and some foe there are many that see your bleeding heart as weakness, only time will tell what kind of world we will leave are children and grandchildren”
Fran Cas: “The Supreme Court needs to read and follow the constitution, not for the pleasure of one!”
Ludivina Smith is a self-taught professional visual artist and the founder of La Divina Artworks. Her work is rooted in the belief that art is a powerful vessel for human connection— one that preserves the emotional essence of the moments that shape us. Born in Monclova, Coahuila, Mexico, Ludivina creates vibrant pieces that bridge cultures, inspired by her lifelong passion for history, travel, and the natural world. Ludivina embraces the philosophy that art knows no limits and serves as a universal language. Her work is dedicated to building emotional connections between people and the places they hold dear, inviting viewers to revisit meaningful memories and experiences. Whether capturing the energy of a bustling city or the quiet intimacy of a shared moment, her art is designed to “sparkle” with joy and curiosity.Her signature style is defined by Me-
About The Cover Artist: Ludivina Smith
dium Mastery: A fearless blend of acrylics, oils, watercolors, and mixed media, used intuitively to evoke raw emotion and connection. Tactile Expression: Rich textures and dynamic movement that bring life and vibration to each canvas. Narrative Resonance: A multidimensional exploration of beauty that tells stories of resilience, joy, and unity across generations. Based in San Antonio, Ludivina is deeply committed to both her artistic practice and her community. Her career includes a solo exhibition, “Connections,” at UNAM, as well as showcases at prestigious venues throughout the city. She has served as an Artist-in-Residence at Hotel Contessa for two years, with her work displayed throughout its halls and suites. Her art has also been featured at Luminaria at Hotel Aiden, Blue Art Gallery during First Thursday and First Friday
events, the San Antonio Art League & Museum, and Starving Artist Art Gallery in La Villita. She has been featured in Centro Cultural Aztlan’s “Una Plática” series, appeared on KENS 5, and been highlighted in publications such as La Prensa, Beyond the Canvas Productions, and Arts, Culture, Fun. Ludivina actively contributes to local cultural traditions, including participation in the Fiesta Flambeau poster competition, Piñatas in the Barrio, and collaborations with Mission Heritage Partners. Believing that “it takes a village to raise our future leaders,” she is passionate about mentoring students from CAST Schools and volunteering in local programs. Through both her teaching and her donations of artwork to local institutions, Ludivina helps ensure that San Antonio remains a connected, resilient, and vibrant community—reflected in every piece she creates.
By LPT STAFF
Tommy Calvert proudly presented international Mexican rapper and singer Peso Pluma with an official proclamation declaring April 3, 2026 as “Peso Pluma Day” in Bexar County.
The special recognition took place during a private VIP ceremony at Samuel Clemens High School—the very school Peso Pluma once attended—making the moment even more meaningful.
Peso Pluma Receives Hometown Honor at Clemens High School
Para los votantes habilitados de la Ciudad de Leon Valley, Texas
AVISO DE ELECCIÓN GENERAL
QUE CELEBRARÁ LA CIUDAD DE LEON VALLEY, TEXAS
HORARIOS Y PROPÓSITO DE LA ELECCIÓN La Ciudad de Leon Valley, Texas (la “Ciudad”) celebrará una elección dentro de la Ciudad el sábado 2 de mayo de 2026 (el “Día de Elección”) en el horario de 7:00 a. m. a 7:00 p. m., con el propósito de elegir un Alcalde, un Concejal para el Lugar 2, y un Concejal para el Lugar 4.
CENTROS DE VOTACIÓN DEL DÍA DE ELECCIÓN El Administrador de Elecciones del Condado de Bexar administrará la elección en nombre de la Ciudad. Los votantes pueden emitir sus votos el Día de Elección en cualquiera de los Centros de Votación ubicados dentro del Condado de Bexar. Las ubicaciones de los Centros de Votación pueden hallarse en el sito web del Administrador de Elecciones del Condado de Bexar en: https://www.bexar.org/1568/Elections-Department
Leon Valley Conference Center 6421 Evers Rd., Leon Valley, 78238
CENTROS DE VOTACIÓN ANTICIPADA: Los votantes pueden emitir sus votos por anticipado en persona desde el lunes 20 de abril de 2026 hasta el martes 28 de abril de 2026, inclusive, en los siguientes lugares de votación anticipada:
Leon Valley Conference Center 6421 Evers Rd., Leon Valley, 78238
HORARIOS DE VOTACIÓN ANTICIPADA
Martes 20 de abril de 2026 hasta el jueves 23 de abril de 2026, de 8:00 a.m. a 8:00 p.m.
Viernes 24 de abril de 2026: Cerrado (Feriado de la Batalla de las Flores)
Sábado 25 de abril de 2026 de 8:00 a.m. a 6:00 p.m.
Domingo 26 de abril de 2026 de 12:00 p.m. a 6:00 p.m.
Lunes 27 de abril de 2026 y martes 28 de abril de 2026 de 7:00 a.m. a 7:00 p.m.
HORARIOS DEL DÍA DE ELECCIÓN
Sábado 2 de mayo de 2026, de 7:00 a.m. a 7:00 p.m.
VOTACIÓN POR CORREO
Las solicitudes de boletas de votación por correo deben ser enviadas a: Bexar County Elections Department 1103 S. Frio St., Suite 100 San Antonio, Texas 78207
Último día para presentar la solicitud: 20 de abril a 2026 de abril de 2026 (La solicitud debe ser recibida para esta fecha, no simplemente fechada por el correo)
Emitido el día 8 de abril de 2026
Saundra Passailaigue, TRMC
Firma
de la Secretaria de la Ciudad
A los votantes calificados de la Ciudad de Castle Hills, Texas
AVISO DE ELECCIÓN GENERAL A CELEBRARSE POR LA CIUDAD DE CASTLE HILLS, TEXAS
HORARIO Y PROPÓSITO DE LA ELECCIÓN. La Ciudad de Castle Hills, Texas (la “Ciudad”) celebrará una elección entre las 7:00 a. m. y las 7:00 p. m. del sábado 2 de mayo de 2026 (“Día de la Elección”), en la Ciudad, con el propósito de elegir a tres concejales de la Ciudad de Castle Hills, a saber: el Concejal del Puesto 1, el Concejal del Puesto 4 y el Concejal del Puesto 5; cada uno cumplirá un mandato de dos años, el cual finalizará en mayo de 2028 o cuando sus sucesores sean debidamente elegidos y calificados.
CENTROS DE VOTACIÓN DEL DÍA DE LAS ELECCIONES. El Administrador de Elecciones del Condado de Bexar está llevando a cabo las elecciones para la Ciudad. Los electores pueden emitir su voto el Día de las Elecciones en cualquier Centro de Votación ubicado dentro del Condado de Bexar. Las ubicaciones de todos los Centros de Votación pueden consultarse en el sitio web del Administrador de Elecciones del Condado de Bexar en https://www.bexar.org/1568/Elections-Department. Los cinco Centros de Votación más cercanos para que los electores de la Ciudad emitan su voto son:
Castle Hills City Hall (Community Room)
209 Lemonwood
Olmos Park City Hall 120 El Prado Dr.
Shavano Park City Hall 900 Saddletree Ct. Tobin Library at Oakwell 4134 Harry Wurzbach Wonderland Mall of the Americas 4522 Fredericksburg Rd.
VOTACIÓN ANTICIPADA. Los electores podrán emitir sus votos anticipados en persona desde el martes 20 de abril de 2026 hasta el martes 28 de abril de 2026, en los siguientes centros de votación anticipada (sujetos a cambios): https://www.bexar.org/DocumentCenter/View/4572/Early-Voting-Locations-and-Hours-PDF?bidId=
HORARIO DE VOTACIÓN ANTICIPADA
Del martes 20 de abril de 2026 al jueves 23 de abril de 2026: 8:00 00 A. M. a 8:00 P. M.
Viernes 24 de abril de 2026: Cerrado (Día festivo de la Batalla de las Flores)
Sábado 25 de abril de 2026: 8:00 A. M a 6:00 P. M.
Domingo 26 de abril de 2026: 12:00 P. M.a 6:00 P. M.
Del lunes 27 de abril de 2026 al martes 28 de abril de 2026: 7:00 A. M a 7:00 P. M.
Los electores también pueden emitir su voto anticipado por correo solicitando una boleta de voto anticipado por correo a través del Departamento de Elecciones del Condado de Bexar (1103 S. Frio, Ste 100, San Antonio, Texas 78207). El último día para solicitar boletas de voto anticipado por correo (recibidas, no con matasellos) es el martes 20 de abril de 2026.
ELECTORES. Todos los electores residentes y cualificados de la Ciudad tendrán derecho a votar en dicha elección.
//s// JR Trevino, Alcalde
Firma del Alcalde
Por Franco
El poste y alero francés del pentacampeón Spurs de San Antonio, Víctor Wembanyama (Wemby), fue nombrado por el circuito NBA como el Western Conference Player of the Month for March. Lo que viene a ser su tercera elección del
Wemby Defensor Del Mes NBA Western Conference
mes y su cuarta selección sobre todos sus respectivos récords.En boletín oficial de la empresa Spurs Sports and Entertainment (SS & E), se indicó lo siguiente.
Durante 15 juegos en el mes de marzo, Wemby, acumuló 180 rebotes, y lo mejor en la liga con 56 bloqueos y 20 robos de balón, con promedios de 5.06 en
robos y bloqueos. Sus 3.73 bloqueos por partido lo hizo liderar la liga, así como agarrar 1.33 robos por juego, todo ello durante el mes en su participación en diez partidos con más de cuatro bloqueos y seis partidos con más de dos robos. Wemby, cerró el mes anotando en diez con marca de más de cuatro bloqueos y seis juegos con más de dos robos. Cerrando el mes anotando en cuatro partidos consecutivos más de 15 rebotes. Wembanyama, limitó a sus rivales en un 40.9% en sus disparos al aro y en la defensiva bajo un límite de 99.9 lo cual lo ubicó en segundo lugar en la NBA. En la presente temporada Wemby tiene promedio por cotejo de 24.7 puntos, 11.5 rebotes. 3.0 asistencias, 3.07 bloqueos, durante su participación en
29.2 minutos. Wemby es líder en la NBA en bloqueos por juego y quinto lugar en rebotes. Su habilidad ha registrado más de tres bloqueos en 34 partidos y a la vez le en cuarenta partidos lo ha distinguido con un bloqueo y un robo de balón. Los Spurs guiados por Wemby, se encuentran en el segundo puesto en
la conferencia del oeste, ubicados con marca de 47.0 en rebotes, cuarto en puntos anotados. Entre otras marcas que los mantienen como el equipo a vencer por lo qué resta de la temporada regular. (Fotos de cortesía).
By J. Gilberto Quezada
Easter has always been a season of renewal — a time when light returns after darkness, when hope rises again, and when people of every age and stage of life pause to remember the blessings they have received. Whether someone is working long days, enjoying the quieter rhythm of retirement, or navigating the in - between spaces of life, Easter offers a gentle invitation to begin again with a renewed spirit, renewed strength, and a renewed sense of purpose. And I strongly believe that my friends and family can carry those Easter promises forward into our
A Purpose Driven Life
daily lives. You may have made an Easter promise to keep your mind open and curious by reading new books, asking new questions, and welcoming new ideas. In doing so, you may discover that intellectual renewal is not about age; it is about willingness. And your mind will feel alive again, because you are still learning. Or, if you are still working, struggling to find time for yourself, but after Easter Sunday, you made a quiet vow to honor the body God has given you. Thus, you start taking short walks during lunch breaks, stretching before bed, and choosing rest when you need it. These small acts become
sacred moments — reminders that physical renewal does not require perfection, only intention. With each step, you may feel more grounded, more energized, and more capable of facing the demands of the day. And if you are retired, you may find comfort in your church community. You may light candles, whisper prayers, and allow yourself to feel held by something greater than life. Your Easter promise was simple: to let your spirit breathe again. You may join a weekly prayer group, volunteer at the food pantry, and slowly feel your heart open. Spiritual renewal often begins in the quiet places —
in the moments when you allow grace to meet you exactly where you are. Or, you may have never had thought much about a purpose in life. But on Easter morning, as sunlight streamed through your bedroom windows, you may have felt something shift. You may have realized that a purpose in life was not a grand mission; it was found in the way you treated people. You began offering encouragement to coworkers, fixing things for neighbors, and showing kindness without expecting anything in return. Your life did not change overnight, but your heart did, and that made all the difference.
Therefore, the main thing to remember on Easter Monday and every day thereafter is to discover that fulfilling your Easter blessings is not about doing something extraordinary. It is about choosing, day by day, to move forward with renewed hope, renewed strength, and renewed love. Whether you are working or retired, grieving or growing, busy or at rest, you can live a purpose - driven life. And let us remember that Easter reminds us that renewal is always possible, and that the promise of new beginnings is not just a moment in the year, but a way of living every single day.
By Dr Ricardo Romo
The UT Austin’s Blanton Museum of Art is currently featuring ten Chicano art prints from the Gilberto CardenasDolores Garcia collection. Among those on exhibit are Carlos Cortez, Leo Limón, and Alma López, discussed in this story.
Graphic artist Carlos Cortez was a Chicago-based writer, poet, illustrator, muralist, and activist. He is best known for his prints and illustrations that address labor rights, union organizing, and culture. As a longstanding Chicago community activist, Cortéz was integral to the founding of the National Mexican Museum of Art in Chicago.
During World War II, Cortez was sent to federal prison for 2 years for refusing to be drafted because it went against his pacifist/socialist views. It was during those long months behind bars that Cortez began to dream of art as a weapon of conscience. He saw that a woodblock or linocut print could voice protest as powerfully as a picket line.
After his release, Cortez settled in Chicago, the city that became both his studio and his battleground. In a small workspace he dubbed Gato Negro Press, Cortez printed hundreds of images—miners with calloused hands, farm workers beneath a brutal sun, poets and laborers bound by solidarity. Each print was a manifesto carved in grain and ink.
His dedication to the Industrial Workers of the World (IWW), one of the first labor organizations
Chicano Art Prints at UT Austin’s Blanton Museum of Art
to organize Mexican workers in the southwestern United States, is reflected in Cortéz’s numerous articles, short stories, poems, book reviews, photographs, comic strips, and linoleum-cut illustrations published over the years in the union’s newspaper.
Deeply influenced by Mexican artist and printer José Guadalupe Posada, Cortez forged a visual language both bold and compassionate. Like Posada, he gave voice to the voiceless. He also wrote corridos, political hymns, and stories, chronicling the everyday realities of laborers for the Industrial Worker, the newspaper of the IWW.
In mural and print, Cortez immortalized those who toiled in fields and factories. His hands carried the mission his parents began: to lift art from the gallery into the street, from the private collection into the public voice. By the time of his passing, the works of Carlos Cortez hung in community centers, union halls, and museums—including the Smithsonian Institution.
Carlos Cortez was a people’s artist in the truest sense—a craftsman of conscience who made art speak the language of struggle, peace, and dignity.
Leo Limón’s print in the Blanton exhibit, “Hummingbird Spirit,” touches on the artist’s love of pre-colonial Aztec and Maya cultures. Limón is best known for his vibrant murals and prints produced at Self Help Graphics & Art, where he helped build one of the most influential Latino art institutions in the country.
For the past 50 years, Limón has been a premier printmaker and cultural activist whose career has been deeply intertwined with the growth of the Chicano art movement and the communities of East Los Angeles. His work brings together color, humor, and public presence, transforming everyday urban space into a site of cultural affirmation.
Limón was born in Boyle Heights, East Los Angeles, in 1952 to a working-class Mexican American family. His parents’ early life in Chavez Ravine before displacement by urban renewal left vivid stories of a lost community that shaped his sense of belonging. In an interview with art historian Karen Davalos, Limón explained that as a teen, he developed a fascination with visual language that fed his emerging artistic eye. His childhood brimmed with sensory memories—radio music, television’s glow, family gatherings, and neighborhood rhythms—that deepened his connection to Mexican culture.
The 1968 Chicano Blowouts at Lincoln High School awakened Limón’s political awareness, while Saturday art classes and the Otis Art Institute linked art to community activism. A sports injury redirected his energy toward creative expression, which later expanded as a combat photographer during his military service. Limón’s life reflects discipline and imagination—an artist shaped by barrio memory and the enduring search for self and meaning.
Limón’s relationship to printmaking deepened through a friendship with Master
Printmaker Richard Duardo, whose knowledge and generosity opened the door for Limón to begin silkscreen and stencil work. Limón credits Duardo with teaching him major techniques and helping him understand the possibilities of print as an art form. At Public Art Center and later at Self Help Graphics,
Limón learned to cut stencils, handle color separations, and work with the logic of layered images.
At Self Help Graphics, Limón also helped develop the annual Día de los Muertos celebration and contributed to the Atelier printmaking program, both
Carlos Cortez, “Braceros de Texas” . Courtesy of UT Austin’s Blanton Museum of Art.
Photo by Ricardo Romo.
UT Austin’s Blanton Museum of Art.
Photo by Ricardo Romo.
of which became important platforms for Latino artistic expression and intergenerational mentorship. His images of dancers, skulls, hearts, and Indigenous symbols reflect both joy and seriousness. He speaks about Day of the Dead not only as a celebration, but as a space to think about death, sacrifice, and responsibility.
Later, Limón also found success on the Westside through galleries and collectors, especially through Robert Berman’s gallery. Yet even there, his work retained its connection to the barrio and to the symbolic language he had built over time.
One of Limón’s recurring motifs, the heart, grew into a major visual signature. The heart became not just an image, but a gesture of exchange. For Limón, art remains both philosophy and activism: a way to renew ancient ideas in modern form, connect LA’s urban life to Mexica cosmology, and honor the mentors and women who shaped his world. His canvases aren’t just paintings—they’re living stories where every symbol and stroke carries the history and heartbeat of Chicano art.
Alma López’s print in the Blanton’s exhibit, “Mnesic Myths,” is a 1999 screen print that reworks Aztec-inflected imagery in a contemporary Chicana context. The images show one woman kneeling over another sleeping woman, a composition that recalls the myth of Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl, with floral, aquatic, butterfly, and rainbow motifs surrounding the figures.
López is a Mexican-born Chicana artist whose digitally based work reimagines Mexican and Catholic imagery through a feminist, queer, and politically critical lens. Her art is especially known for challenging traditional images of the Virgin of Guadalupe while exploring
gender, sexuality, colonization, racism, and Chicana identity.
López’s art is closely engaged with Mexican and Chicana/o traditions reimagined through the artist’s queer and feminist experience.
Born in 1966 in Los Mochis, Sinaloa, López later moved to Los Angeles, where she became deeply connected to the city’s Chicana and queer art communities. She earned degrees from UC Santa Barbara and UC Irvine, along with photography training at UCLA Extension. López is particularly interested in increasing the visibility and respect towards Chicana and Mexican women.
López’s best-known works include the “Our Lady and Lupe and Sirena series,” which helped establish her as a major figure in contemporary Chicana art. These works use digital collage and print to merge Catholic iconography with Indigenous references, creating images that question patriarchal cultural narratives and reclaim space for women and queer identities.
López’s 2001 digital print, “Our Lady,” became widely controversial after being shown in Santa Fe, where Catholic leaders and activists protested the work. The backlash became part of the artwork’s public meaning, turning the piece into a broader debate about censorship, representation, and the rights of Chicana artists to reinterpret sacred symbols. López responded by emphasizing that her work centers strong women and the lived realities of Chicanas rather than emphasizing shock value or simple provocation.
López is important because she helped expand digital art within Chicana/o art and made feminist, queer reinterpretations of cultural icons visible in a major way. Her work continues to matter for the way it links artistic innovation with activism, especially around
body autonomy, Indigenous memory, and resistance to censorship.
In a 2026 Daily Art Magazine essay, “Alma López: Crossing the Borders of Identity, Sexuality, and Religion,” by Iolanda Munck, López discussed an East Los Angeles mural titled “Las Four.” The mural consisted of actual photographs depicting young women who lived in local housing projects. The women referenced in the background are Dolores Huerta [one of the leading contemporary civil rights activists], Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz [one of the most famous Mexican feminist poets of the 17th century], Rigoberta Menchú [a central contemporary revolutionary from Guatemala], and lastly, one of the soldaderas representing the women fighting in the Mexican revolution.
The artists all illustrate the way works on paper and murals played a major role in raising public consciousness and bringing history and cultural icons to a wider audience.
Leo Limón with UCLA professor Raymund Paredes. [1990] Photo by Ricardo Romo.
Self Help Graphics art space in the 1990s. Photo by Ricardo Romo.
Alma López, “Mnesic Myths.” Courtesy of UT Austin’s Blanton Museum of Art. Photo by Ricardo Romo.
Leo Limón, “Hummingbird Spirit.” Courtesy of UT Austin’s Blanton Museum of Art. Photo by Ricardo Romo.
Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future in Bexar County
By La Prensa Texas Staff
Bexar County Commissioners Court recently recognized a powerful message of leadership, resilience, and community impact through a special proclamation titled “Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future.” The moment brought together local leaders, community members, and public servants to celebrate the women who are actively transforming Bexar County through service and dedication. At the center of the recognition was Precinct 2 Constable Leticia Vasquez, who delivered a heartfelt and deeply personal speech reflecting on her journey in law enforcement and her unwavering commitment to the community she proudly serves. Her story began on July 7, 1994, when she joined the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office as a detention officer.
Starting from the ground level, she gained firsthand experience in discipline, accountability, and compassion—values that would shape her decadeslong career in public service. Through roles in Patrol and the S.C.O.R.E. Unit, she strengthened not only her law enforcement skills, but her connection to the community. A proud product of San Antonio’s West Side, Vasquez shared how her time at Memorial High School and San Antonio College grounded her in the values of hard work, perseverance, and service. Over the years, she earned her Master Peace Officer Certification and numerous professional accolades—but emphasized that her greatest lessons came from the people she serves every day. Her leadership journey reached a defining milestone when she was sworn in as Constable
for Precinct 2 on October 9, 2019, and later elected by voters in November 2020. That trust, she noted, is something she carries with her daily. Adding to the significance of the moment, Vasquez proudly recognized the appointment of new Chief Maria “Lupe” Garza, a seasoned leader whose career reflects decades of dedication to public safety. Chief Garza brings 32 years of experience with the Texas Department of Public Safety, along with 4 years as Assistant Chief with the Dallas County Sheriff’s Office, 3 years with the Dallas County Constable’s Office, and over 4 years as Chief within the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office. Her appointment marks a historic and inspiring moment for the community. While it remains to be confirmed whether she is the first female Chief in this capacity, her leadership represents a
powerful step forward and a milestone worth celebrating.
Throughout her speech, Vasquez emphasized that leadership goes beyond enforcement—it is about building relationships, investing in people, and strengthening communities. It is about showing up, listening, and leading with integrity, especially when it matters most.
The proclamation’s theme highlighted a broader vision: shaping a sustainable future through mentorship, opportunity, and example. For Vasquez, that mission is deeply personal. She spoke directly to the next generation— especially young women— encouraging them to step boldly into leadership roles.
The moment was made even more meaningful as Vasquez accepted the honor surrounded by her family. Her three daughters— Desiree Garza, Stephanie (Brian) Dye, and Samantha Ellison—were present to witness the recognition, a reflection of the legacy she continues to build both at home and in the community.
The recognition by the Commissioners Court served not only as a celebration of one leader’s journey, but as a tribute to all women who are breaking barriers, building bridges, and paving the way for future generations.
As Bexar County continues to grow and evolve, one thing remains clear—women are not just participating in the future… they are leading it.
In one of the most powerful moments of her speech, she shared a message that resonated throughout the room: “You do not have to wait for a seat at the table. You build your own table. You lead. You speak. And you never apologize for taking up space.”
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A los votantes calificados de la Ciudad de Castle Hills, Texas
AVISO DE ELECCIÓN ESPECIAL A CELEBRARSE POR LA
CIUDAD DE CASTLE HILLS, TEXAS
HORARIO Y PROPÓSITO DE LA ELECCIÓN. La Ciudad de Castle Hills, Texas (la “Ciudad”), celebrará una elección entre las 7:00 a. m. y las 7:00 p. m. del sábado 2 de mayo de 2026 (el “Día de la Elección”), en la Ciudad, con el propósito de reautorizar un impuesto local sobre las ventas y el uso en la Ciudad de Castle Hills, tal como se describe con mayor detalle a continuación.
CENTROS DE VOTACIÓN DEL DÍA DE LAS ELECCIONES. El Administrador de Elecciones del Condado de Bexar está llevando a cabo las elecciones para la Ciudad. Los electores pueden emitir su voto el Día de las Elecciones en cualquier Centro de Votación ubicado dentro del Condado de Bexar. Las ubicaciones de todos los Centros de Votación pueden consultarse en el sitio web del Administrador de Elecciones del Condado de Bexar en https://www.bexar.org/1568/Elections-Department. Los cinco Centros de Votación más cercanos para que los electores de la Ciudad emitan su voto son:
Castle Hills City Hall (Community Room)
209 Lemonwood Olmos Park City Hall
120 El Prado Dr. Shavano Park City Hall
900 Saddletree Ct. Tobin Library at Oakwell 4134 Harry Wurzbach Wonderland Mall of the Americas 4522 Fredericksburg Rd.
VOTACIÓN ANTICIPADA. Los electores podrán emitir sus votos anticipados en persona desde el martes 20 de abril de 2026 hasta el martes 28 de abril de 2026, en los siguientes centros de votación anticipada (sujetos a cambios): https://www.bexar.org/DocumentCenter/View/4572/Early-Voting-Locations-and-Hours-PDF?bidId=
HORARIO DE VOTACIÓN ANTICIPADA
Del martes 20 de abril de 2026 al jueves 23 de abril de 2026: 8:00 00 A. M. a 8:00 P. M.
Viernes 24 de abril de 2026: Cerrado (Día festivo de la Batalla de las Flores)
Sábado 25 de abril de 2026: 8:00 A. M a 6:00 P. M.
Domingo 26 de abril de 2026: 12:00 P. M.a 6:00 P. M. Del lunes 27 de abril de 2026 al martes 28 de abril de 2026: 7:00 A. M a 7:00 P. M.
LUGARES DE VOTACIÓN EL DÍA DE LAS ELECCIONES. https://www.bexar.org/DocumentCenter/View/9423/Election-Day-Vote-Centers-PDF
Los electores también pueden emitir su voto anticipado por correo solicitando una boleta de voto anticipado por correo a través del Departamento de Elecciones del Condado de Bexar (1103 S. Frio, Ste 100, San Antonio, Texas 78207). El último día para solicitar boletas de voto anticipado por correo (recibidas, no con matasellos) es el martes 20 de abril de 2026.
PROPOSICIÓN OFICIAL. En dicha elección se someterá la siguiente PROPOSICIÓN, de conformidad con la ley:
PROPOSICIÓN DE LA CIUDAD DE CASTLE HILLS
“La reautorización de un impuesto local sobre las ventas y el uso en la Ciudad de Castle Hills, a una tasa de un cuarto del uno por ciento, para continuar generando ingresos destinados al mantenimiento y la reparación de las calles municipales. Dicho impuesto expirará en el cuarto aniversario de la fecha de esta elección, a menos que se reautorice su imposición.”
FORMA DE LA BOLETA. Las boletas oficiales para dicha elección se prepararán de conformidad con el Código Electoral de Texas, de manera que permitan a los electores votar “A FAVOR” o “EN CONTRA” de la PROPOSICIÓN antes mencionada; dichas boletas contendrán las disposiciones, marcas y redacción que exija la ley, y dicha PROPOSICIÓN se expresará sustancialmente de la siguiente manera:
PROPOSICIÓN DE LA CIUDAD DE CASTLE HILLS
LA REAUTORIZACIÓN DE UN IMPUESTO LOCAL SOBRE VENTAS Y USO EN LA CIUDAD DE CASTLE HILLS, A UNA TASA DE UN CUARTO EL UNO POR CIENTO, PARA CONTINUAR GENERANDO INGRESOS DESTINADOS AL MANTENIMIENTO Y LA REPARACIÓN DE LAS CALLES MUNICIPALES. EL IMPUESTO VENCERÁ EN EL CUARTO ANIVERSARIO DE LA FECHA DE ESTA ELECCIÓN, A MENOS QUE SE REAUTORICE LA IMPOSICIÓN DEL MISMO.
□ A FAVOR
□ EN CONTRA DE
ELECTORES. Todos los electores residentes y cualificados de la Ciudad tendrán derecho a votar en dicha elección.
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Firma del Alcalde
Por Sendero Deportivo
En resultados de la tercera jornada categoría
Másters 50+ Liga Potranco, el equipo Los Rojos (Reds), del timonel y jugador Jimmy Martínez y el coach-jugador Catarino Obregón, en gran partido empatado 6-6 carreras hasta el sexto capítulo, en el séptimo inning se decidió cuando Rojos
Los Rojos 7 Astros 6 Potros 8 Diablos 5
anotó la séptima carrera, la cual fue anotada por el corredor Lee Mann con imparable de Guillermo (Memo) Martínez.
Alfredo Obregón, pitcher estelar de Reds, se llevó la victoria, mientras que Ubaldo Montelongo sufrió el revés en relevo al abridor Greg Carrera, ambos recibieron felicitaciones
de su manager y jugador Pedro Espinoza.
Yankees de cierre
doblegó a Despos con pizarra de 7-4 carreras con victoria para el relevista Will Martinez quien entró al relevo de su compañero Moisés Cervantes.
Rol de juegos domingo 12 de abril campo 2 del complejo deportivo Potranco Baseball League, propiedad del artista Eloy Rocha, quien respalda al presidente Simón
Sánchez y ha su hijo José Sánchez, compilador y comentarista en Másters.
11am Los Rojos vs Yankees. 2pm Rangers vs Astros. Despos descansa.
Resultados categoría
Abierta dominical:
Potros de Zacatecas de Eloy Rocha, dirigido por el jugador internacional
Víctor Mercedes “El Caminante”, y su compadre Roberto Garza, con pitcheo de Juan Rosa, derrotaron a Diablos de Mike Tabhan, El Caminante destacó pegando jonrón en su primer turno al bate, con bateo final de 4-3 y 4 carreras producidas,
lo cual lo ubica en el sendero para conseguir su cuarto título consecutivo en promedio del mejor bateador y campeón en jonrones ya que ostenta la triple corona en ambos departamentos.
Piratas de Iván Vaquera y su nuevo coach José Pérez, derrotaron 11-1 a White Sox. José López “El Látigo”, se anotó la victoria con relevo de Miguel Rondon. Carlos Reyes y Adrián Salazar lanzaron por las medias blancas de Chuy Ramírez.
Rolando Estable y Daniel Rojo, pegaron jonrones por el campeón
Piratas. Tuzos de “La Yerba” Roberto Villarreal, derrotaron al debutante Potosinos del manager y jugador Abenamar Amaya, y el coach Catarino Obregón. Jeremy González se llevó la victoria y Saúl Puente la derrota.
Rol de juegos domingo 12 de abril campo 1 estadio Potranco: 9:30am Despos vs Piratas. 12:30pm Diablos vs Potosinos. 3:30pm Tuzos vs White Sox. Potros descansan. En las fotos aparecen El Caminante (Foto de cortesía), y Alfredo Obregón, foto de Franco.
