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A voice that won’t be silenced; Dad, Husband, Son; Executive Director @unidosusaf Politics @unidosus Host @bomba_live Podcast #Boricua 🇵🇷

Joined June 2009
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Congratulations @HelenaMorenoLA on the historic victory! Moreno is the first Latina to be elected Mayor of New Orleans. #NewOrleans #LatinasRepresent
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We are relieved the courts will continue to block this unconstitutional policy. Every child born here has the right to become a full-fledged American — a right grounded in our nation's fundamental promise of fairness and equality. 🧵⬇️
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Rafael “Ray” Collazo retweeted
Let’s be clear. The way the Trump administration is conducting immigration raids is not about enforcing the law or making anyone safer, it is about intimidation and “toughness” theater.
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Rafael “Ray” Collazo retweeted
Congressman Grijalva was a relentless champion for #Latinos- standing firm in the face of hostility & exclusion. His unwavering commitment & fearless leadership not only transformed millions of lives across the country but also inspired new gens of advocates to continue the work.
A statement from the Office of Raúl M. Grijalva.
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Humbled by @AvanzaLatino recognition. Pa’lante familia! 🙌🏾🫶🏽
Celebrating Rafael “Ray” Collazo – Philly native, #Latino advocate, & podcast king. 🎙️💪 🏛️ Ray is Executive Director @UnidosUSAF, fighting for nuestra comunidad. 🎧 He’s also host of Found In Translation & creator of Bomba Live! 💡 His words of wisdom: Lead with conviction.
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Rafael “Ray” Collazo retweeted
The Trump administration’s push to cut federal funding and dismantle the Department of Education puts millions of students at risk. Tomorrow, we’re taking action & demanding that lawmakers protect our schools, not gut them. #ProtectOurKids youtu.be/zuNS0W8Luqg
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That’s my quarterback! Congrats to our @eagles @JalenHurts for representing our dear city with excellence, class and style! #SuperBowl #Eagles
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We’re at #RootsCamp today! If you’re in Maryland - drop by. Our Executive Director @collazophilly participated in “Power Building Essentials: Intersectional Latino Organizing” and shared insights on how we can connect to our communities.
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Rafael “Ray” Collazo retweeted
Join us at #RootsCamp on February 7th for a powerful panel on Intersectional Latino Organizing! 📍 Maritime Conference Center, Baltimore, MD Featuring Vanessa Saenz, @collazophilly, and Elice Rojas Cruz discussing strategies to empower Latino communities.
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Thank you to congresswoman @AndreaRSalinas and @Nanette4CA for joining us tonight at @votolatino congressional reception with @collazophilly
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has made it clear that his leadership at #HHS would pose a grave and unacceptable threat to the health of all Americans and the recent health gains made in the #Latino community. We urge senators to vote ‘no’ on his nomination. washingtonpost.com/health/20…
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Rafael “Ray” Collazo retweeted
We’re with @artieblancosays for Vice Chair of the DNC because she understands the importance of year-round organizing, showing up and listening to diverse and working-class voters. #Artie4DNC
To win we got to listen to more folks outside of DC, rethink how we deliver our message, and share it authentically. I am running for DNC Vice Chair to ensure we’re organizing every day, everywhere, and delivering our message in ways that resonate. artieblanco.com
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Rafael “Ray” Collazo retweeted
During my reporting last year of Latino Trump supporters, a lot of them told me that a new Trump admin wouldn't go after those under parole protection, it was only "the criminals." They were wrong.
GOP Rep. María Salazar urges DHS to protect immigrants who came to US with permission under parole program for Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans & Venezuelans. Her letter follows DHS guidance to ICE laying out process for stripping some parole status & deporting. Letter + guidance:
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Kudos @cpipr @MCollazo215 for work to shine spotlight on health disparities impacting Puerto Rican diaspora. Pop looks great on cover photo!
Thanks to @cpipr for their work on #Philly's 🇵🇷 community and health disparities. That's my Dad on the cover. I am quoted as well as @AdrianRiveraPhD, @CharitoGuaja and others. RIP Mom, who spent much of her career helping people access services: periodismoinvestigativo.com/…
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Rafael “Ray” Collazo retweeted
Things are going great for Trump's AG pick
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RIP, Jose Cha Cha Jimenez! Pa’ lante, siempre Pa’ lante! ✊🏼🇵🇷
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The Laken Riley Act, would allow local authorities to indefinitely detain ANYONE they suspect of being a immigrant with a misdemeanor. Detaining people indefinitely erodes the rights of EVERYONE and would be a racial profiling nightmare in practice. youtube.com/watch?v=nrQMyACo…
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The CIA monitored #Latino civil rights activists fighting for justice, framing their work as a "threat." Brilliant story by @RussContreras confirming long-held suspicions: the fight for equality was distorted by the CIA to control the narrative & power. axios.com/2025/01/06/cia-rel…
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This is a story that deserves more attention in English-language US media right now. #PuertoRico
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A Missouri woman accused of setting fire to a beloved tourist spot in Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico has been suspended by her employer after the employer was contacted by Saint Louis alderwoman @VDanielaV, who is Puerto Rican. The alderman asked the employer to ensure accountability.
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