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Introduction
The Hispanic or Latino Americans are a diverse group that share the same heritage, but have many other differences. The language barrier has only recently been recognized as an asset instead of a liability (Schaefer, 2006). Latinos include major groups, which consist of Mexican Americans, Puerto Ricans, and Cubans (Schaefer, 2006). People of Hispanic background have lived in what is now the United States since the 17th century. "In 2000 the U.S. census counted 34.3 million Hispanic or Latino Americans (Hispanic Americans, 2006)." In 2006 the Census Bureau released updated figures that estimated the Hispanic population had increased to 42.7 million as of 2005, about 14.4 percent of the total U.S. population (Hispanic Americans, 2006). Hispanic groups also have varied tastes in sports, cuisine, and political beliefs.
Mexican Americans
Some Mexican Americans are unresolved about Mexico. Many feel a deep sense of connection to Mexico, and some still feel betrayed by......

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