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California declares state of emergency over H5N1 bird flu

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2024.12.20

California declares state of emergency over H5N1 bird flu

H5N1 avian flu emergency — H5N1 Avian Influenza Emergency: Avian influenza has spread across 16 states within the dairy cattle industry, so the emergency proclamation provides state and local agencies with the ability to prepare for a timely response in terms of staffing, hiring and other measures.

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The Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency after cases of avian influenza (H5N1) were detected in dairy cows on farms in Southern California. This is a measure to expedite and expand coordinated monitoring, which seeks to contain and mitigate the spread of the virus.

The avian influenza virus (H5N1), better known as “bird flu,” has spread across 16 states within the dairy cattle industry, so the emergency proclamation gives state and local agencies the opportunity to prepare for staffing, hiring and other measures to respond in a timely manner.

“This proclamation is an action aimed at ensuring that government agencies have the resources and flexibility they need to quickly respond to this outbreak,” Newsom said in a statement.

The official said the state is committed to further protecting public health, supporting the agricultural industry and ensuring Californians have access to accurate and up-to-date information.

He added that while the risk to the public remains low, they will continue to take all necessary measures to prevent the spread of this virus.

The release said California has implemented a comprehensive, interagency response to avian influenza on dairy and poultry farms to minimize farmworker exposure, reduce contamination of raw dairy products and mitigate the spread of the virus.

He also stressed that coordinated efforts are being made at the local, state and federal levels to remain alert, educating the public, health professionals, employers and workers on prevention and control measures to reduce the risk of exposure to avian influenza.

Another measure being taken, officials said, is access to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) seasonal flu vaccine to reduce concurrent flu risks.

Also noted are coordinated public awareness efforts between the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), the California Office of Emergency Services (CalOES), and other state agencies that maintain timely public updates, as well as multilingual outreach to dairy and poultry workers, targeted social media efforts to promote preventative practices, print and online resources for the public, and media interviews to keep Californians informed.

The first detected case of infection by the H5N1 avian influenza virus in a human being was in a child in California. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed it and reported that the child had mild symptoms and received antiviral medications against influenza while being monitored.

The child's family members were found to have symptoms and were tested negative for the avian influenza virus, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) said.

According to the CDC risk assessment, the likelihood of human-to-human transmission is low, however, people with exposure to infected or possibly infected animals, such as poultry, dairy cows, or other animals such as livestock, are at higher risk.

Therefore, they recommend avoiding unprotected exposure to sick or dead animals, including wild and poultry birds, as well as other domesticated birds and wild or domesticated animals..

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“It has been an honor to be your mayor”: Joaquin Jimenez, at Half Moon Bay transition ceremony

Pamela Cruz

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2024.12.20

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Half Moon Bay issues 2024 State of the City address from former Mayor Joaquin Jimenez — The city of Half Moon Bay presented the 2024 State of the City Address, led by now former mayor Joaquín Jiménez, who stood out for the closeness of his administration to the farmers in the area.

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After the city of Half Moon Bay held its City Hall reorganization ceremony, which marked a night of transition and celebration, presented the 2024 State of the City, led by now former Mayor Joaquín Jiménez.

Highlights included, in addition to the presentation of the 2024 State of the City address, heartfelt farewells to outgoing Councilmembers Joaquín Jiménez and Harvey Rarback, and a warm welcome to newly elected Councilmembers Patrick Jonsson and Paul Nagengast.

At the meeting, the City Council also reorganized and selected Robert Brownstone as mayor and Debbie Ruddock as deputy mayor for 2025.

In the video, Jimenez recalls how vibrant, strong and resilient the city of Half Moon Bay is, remembering the community's heritage and traditions.

The former mayor also recalled the seven lives tragically cut short on city farms in January 2023, prompting the city to take decisive action to seek aid for the affected community.

In this regard, she noted that what happened highlighted the inequalities that the city faces, as well as the demands for attention and action for equity, where this is not only an objective, but a commitment for each resident of Half Moon Bay.

On the other hand, Joaquín Jiménez assured that affordable housing remains a challenge and a priority, and acknowledged the steps taken for tenants to face, among other things, unfair evictions.

“As we look to the future, we will continue to honor the legacy of our agricultural heritage while striving for a more equitable and robust economic environment.”

“Together with the support of our partners, community organizations and each of your elected officials, we will build a city that reflects our values of compassion, inclusion and resilience,” he stressed.

“It has been an honor to be your mayor and council member for the past 4 years. There is still work to be done and I will continue to support this community with all my heart,” he concluded.

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US accused of failing to rescue 9 Americans in Gaza because of their Palestinian origin

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2024.12.19

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Palestinian flag, US accused of not rescuing 9 Americans in Gaza because of their Palestinian origin — On Thursday, the US was accused of not rescuing 9 Americans in Gaza because of their Palestinian origin. Photo: Pixabay (Archive)

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The US State Department has been sued for discrimination against nine Palestinian Americans and their families who were trapped in Gaza after an Israeli bombing and were not evacuated by the US government.

In the demand The petition filed Thursday by US citizens of Palestinian origin is accusing the federal government of abandoning them in a war zone, without making the same effort as it would make to quickly evacuate its citizens in conflict areas such as Afghanistan, Lebanon or Sudan.

The accusation directly alludes to President Joseph Biden; Secretary of State Antony Blinken; and Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, who are accused of depriving the nine citizens and their families “of the normal and typical evacuation efforts that the federal government extends to non-Palestinian Americans,” according to the Reuters news agency.

The lawsuit was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois and was announced by the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) and the law office of attorney Maria Kari.

The lawsuit was filed after the plaintiffs, all Palestinian-Americans, tried for months to exhaust illegal means to escape Gaza, the nonprofit said.

In that regard, he said that all the applicants have the right to be evacuated, but the State Department and other Biden administration officials have summarily ignored them, while other Americans of different origins and in similar situations who have been trapped in conflict zones have been urgently helped.

“The U.S. government is required by law to protect Americans wherever they are. With each passing day, the danger of our clients dying from Israeli bombing or from the famine and disease now rampant in Gaza only increases,” said lead attorney Maria Kari. “The State Department must do the right thing and save these people from certain death.”

The lawsuit claims that the State Department's unequal treatment of Palestinian Americans violates the Fifth Amendment to the Constitution, which guarantees equal protection to citizens and legal residents abroad under federal law.

“The government has a duty to protect American citizens and has failed in this case by abandoning our clients in Gaza. We are simply asking the State Department to treat Palestinian Americans the same way it treats Americans of other backgrounds when they are caught in conflict zones,” said CAIR Deputy National Litigation Director Gadeir Abbas.

Attorney Yasmeen Elagha, another advocate in the case, said her own family has suffered from inaction by the U.S. State Department.

“The State Department must act to evacuate our clients now, before another soul is lost,” he stressed.

The nine American citizen plaintiffs are: Khalid Mourtaga, Salsabeel Elhelou, Sahar Harara, Sawsan Kahil, Marowa Abusharia, Mohanad Alnajjar, Mariam Alrayes, Heba Enayeh, and Samia Abualreesh.

In response to the allegations, a State Department spokesperson said the security of U.S. citizens around the world “is a top priority,” but clarified that the department does not comment on pending litigation.

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Israeli bombings on Gaza homes leave 14 dead

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2024.12.18

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Two Israeli airstrikes on homes in Gaza left at least 14 people dead and several wounded on Wednesday. Photo: Pixabay (Archive)

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Two bombings against homes in the northern Gaza Strip left at least 14 people dead and several wounded on Wednesday, according to Mahmoud Saber Basal, spokesman for the Civil Defense Service in the area.

Most of those killed in the attack were women (five) and children (three), the official said in statements reported by the German news agency Deutsche Welle.

One of the attacks took place in the Palestinian town of Jabalia, where 10 people were reported dead, while another four people were killed in a bombing in the Al-Daraj neighbourhood in central Gaza City.

The total number of victims could rise, as according to local authorities and media, there are still people missing under the rubble.

The Gaza Strip Ministry of Health said the death toll in the past 24 hours had risen to 38, while 203 were injured.

In addition, the institution reported that since the beginning of the war with Israel, in October 2023, to date, 45,097 people have died, while 107,244 were injured in Gaza.

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Youtube, not TikTok, is the most used platform by teenagers

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Hans Leguízamo

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2024.12.18

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According to a Pew Research Center Study, the majority of teenagers between 13 and 17 years old in the United States are constantly on digital platforms. One of the most interesting things about this study is that the most popular platform among the young population is not TikTok, but YouTube. Even though the percentage of teenagers using the site dropped from 95% to 90% from 2022 to 2024, the video platform with the red icon remains the most popular among the population studied.

The least popular are X (formerly Twitter), Reddit, and Facebook. This is certainly a worrying trend for Zuckerberg and Elon, as younger generations have little interest in these platforms.

The results across the different groups remain fairly close, although the researchers found that men prefer watching YouTube and women prefer watching TikTok.

This research also reveals that almost half of teenagers say they are online “almost all the time,” a significant difference from the results from a decade ago, when only 24% reported being constantly connected.

Of the population studied, 95% has access to a smartphone, 88% to a laptop or desktop computer, and 83% to a video game console.

All of this is at the heart of a debate taking place around the world about the negative effects of technology on our youth. Australia, for example, has decided to ban social media for children under 16, and we will have to wait a little longer to see the results.

Another study conducted by Pew Research Center, indicates that 41% of parents of teenagers think that technology, specifically social media, makes it harder to be young today.

And it is no wonder, I am sure we all have embarrassing memories of our teenage years, fortunately, our generation had the opportunity to make mistakes in private. It is no small thing to be exposed and ridiculed on the internet and in front of (literally) the whole world. Another serious issue is the way in which beauty standards affect young people's self-esteem, not only for women, it is also worrying to see "influencers" selling lifestyles and bodies without mentioning that they use steroids.

“Liver King” was an influencer who promoted the raw meat diet with his physique without mentioning that he used steroids to achieve it.

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Mexican Foreign Minister announces efforts of network of consulates in the U.S. to support Mexican compatriots

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Pamela Cruz

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2024.12.18

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Mexican Foreign Minister announces efforts of network of consulates in the United States to support Mexican compatriots — Mexican Foreign Minister Juan Ramón de la Fuente announced that the network of consulates in the United States is working to coordinate efforts and actions to support Mexican immigrants living in that country. Photo: Ministry of Foreign Affairs

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Mexican Foreign Minister Juan Ramón de la Fuente announced that the network of consulates in the United States is working to coordinate efforts and actions to support Mexican immigrants living in that country.

In a virtual call with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum during her morning press conference, the foreign minister highlighted that these actions are part of a mission from the president, who has pointed out that the "countrymen" are heroes and heroines who deserve all the necessary support, especially in these times of uncertainty in the face of the arrival of President-elect Donald Trump.

In a virtual call with the President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum, during her morning press conference, the foreign minister highlighted that these actions are part of a commission from the president, who has pointed out that the "countrymen" are heroes and heroines who deserve all the necessary support, especially in these times of uncertainty due to the arrival of President-elect Donald Trump. Photo: Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Thus, from El Paso, Texas, and accompanied by immigrants and the consuls general of El Paso, Nogales and Tucson in Arizona, as well as the one from Albuquerque, New Mexico, De la Fuente said, they are working together to coordinate efforts that are advancing fundamentally in five directions.

First, he highlighted the legal defense strategy for all Mexicans in the United States. “They are not alone, they will not be alone, and we have the necessary legal advice so that, if necessary, they can assert their rights.”

Secondly, he said, a program has been launched to simplify procedures, such as birth, marriage and death certificates, among others, through a digitalization system.

“It has been very well received by the community, because they struggle a lot with sometimes unnecessary backlogs. And now we have begun the first steps with a digitalization system for their birth and marriage certificates, even death certificates, which also become a problem. It is part of the simplification and modernization process,” the Mexican foreign minister stressed.

From El Paso, Texas, and accompanied by immigrants and the consuls general of El Paso, Nogales and Tucson in Arizona, as well as the one from Albuquerque, New Mexico, De la Fuente said that they are working together to coordinate efforts that are advancing fundamentally in five directions. Photo: Ministry of Foreign Affairs

As a third point, De la Fuente highlighted the construction of alliances with the community, to foster support and unity among compatriots and the institutions that can support them in the American union.

“It is part of what we are doing here. Partnerships with social organizations, with institutions, with health services, with school services, with the authorities of the counties and communities where our fellow countrymen and women are located.”

Similarly, and as a fourth point, he explained, there are the Open Consulate Meetings, where the consuls and their collaborators will have more contact with the diaspora and thus hear first-hand about its needs.

“Let the consuls go out into the community more and have spaces for direct contact, as we are doing this morning in El Paso, to listen to some of their points of view, their concerns, their suggestions, some of which are very proactive, and their experiences, some of which are dramatic, but there are others as well that we have heard that are truly heroic in many aspects,” he said.

The head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs also reported that tomorrow, Thursday, December 19, he will be in Chicago, Illinois, and then on the West Coast of the country.

For her part, the President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum, thanked and sent all her love and recognition to the Mexican immigrants in the United States.

“The Mexican brothers and sisters who are in the United States are heroes and heroines who have come out ahead, brave, and we will not only always recognize them, but we will also always support our brothers and sisters on the other side of the border. And they know that their home is always here. Thank you for everything you do for your families and thank you for everything you do for Mexico,” he said.

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President of Mexico presents Migrant Anthem, a tribute to all Mexican brothers abroad

Pamela Cruz

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2024.12.18

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The president of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum, presented the Migrant Anthem, an emotional song written for all compatriots who live outside the country, but who deeply love their country and feel extremely proud of their roots.

During her morning press conference on Wednesday, the Mexican president witnessed, as did everyone who watched and tuned into the “Mañanera del Pueblo,” this anthem performed live by the group “Legado de Grandeza.”

The emotional anthem was presented in the framework of the International Migrants Day, which is celebrated every year on December 18.

The catchy and emotional song, with a rhythm of corrido tumbado and mariachi, was produced in collaboration with the School of Mexican Music of Durango, through two graduates of said institution, and with the participation of producers and composers from all over the country, as well as Mexican-Americans residing in the United States.

To create this anthem, talented young people from cities such as Tijuana, some belonging to the “Comarca Lagunera”, Nezahualcóyotl, Durango, Apodaca, and Arkansas were called upon, as well as the special participation of the Huichol Musical group, who was nominated for an American Grammy.

The Migrant Anthem was written by Jessi Martínez, Mauricio Ulloa, Erick Ulloa, Emilio Rodríguez, Brandon Ramos, Kevin Gallardo, Luis Sánchez, Teo Mora and Carlos Carmona, young Mexican-Americans and Mexicans who joined their talents to pay tribute to Mexican migrants who, although they are not in their country, every day, thanks to their work and contributions, are a fundamental part of the construction and transformation of Mexico and the country in which they live.

“This is a gift for all our fellow countrymen and women around the world,” said President Claudia Sheinbaum. “Mexico is also spelled with an M for Migrant.”

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Migrant Anthem (lyrics)

Where I'm from we don't back down
We work any land
Sacrifice is never in vain, we have even reached space
Where we are from we do not rajamos and What we dream of we realize
Great countryman, brother, friend, I am Mexican

And we changed places, not flags
vGreen, white and red, I have it in my veins
Like the eagle we fly without borders
We break the mesh that separates lands
And we were born with a legacy of greatness

I miss my ranch, also my family, my beloved town that I will never forget.
Although life brought me from this side,
Always for “adela” like Pancho Villa

And we changed places, not flags
Green, white and red, I have it in my veins
Like the eagle we fly without borders
We break the mesh that separates lands
And we were born with a legacy of greatness

(Spoken) To our immigrant women and mothers, an example of strength and courage, and Long Live Mexico!

And even though the certificate says American, I am pure Mexican
And we changed places, not flags
Green, white and red, I have it in my veins
Like the eagle we fly without borders
We break the mesh that separates lands
And we were born with a legacy of greatness

And we changed places, not flags
Green, white and red, I have it in my veins
Like the eagle we fly without borders
We break the mesh that separates lands
And we were born with a legacy of greatness

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Mexican migrants in the US: capital needed for economic and cultural growth

Pamela Cruz

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2024.12.18

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Mexican migrants in the US: capital needed for economic and cultural growth

Mexican migrants in the United States have become indispensable for countries like the United States, being an additional capital in the economy and culture, sharing music, dance, food and traditions, since currently, immigrants represent 14.3 percent of the population of this country.

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Mexico not only exports avocados, lemons, automotive parts, televisions and refrigerators to various parts of the world, but also does so with talent and skilled and indispensable labor, which is why Mexican immigrants have become indispensable for countries like the United States, being another asset in the economy and culture.

Immigrants currently make up 14.3 percent of the U.S. population, with Mexico being the leading country of birth for American immigrants. In 2022, approximately 10.6 million immigrants living in the United States were born there, representing 23 percent of all American immigrants.

According to the Pew Research Center studyIn 2000, Mexicans were the largest group in 31 states. Today, Mexico remains the leading country of origin for U.S. immigrants, but immigration from Mexico has slowed since 2007 and the Mexican-born population in the United States has declined.

Thus, the proportion of Mexicans in the U.S. immigrant population decreased from 29 percent in 2010 to 23 percent in 2022.

In 2022, approximately 4 million unauthorized immigrants in the United States are Mexican, however, this immigrant population has also decreased.

But what does the labor of all these Mexicans in the United States represent in economic terms?

Mexican immigrants generate annual income of 320 billion dollars in the United States, of which they send more than 60 billion dollars in remittances to Mexico and the remaining amount is reinvested in the economy of the American union, which is four times greater than what they send to their families.

According to a study by the Peterson Institute for International Economics, for every 10 immigrants in the U.S. workforce, between 1 and 2 jobs are created for natives of this nation, highlighting that the lack of this workforce and mass deportations would drain public coffers, in addition to generating illegality and chaos.

For the Wilson Center, Mexican investment in the United States is also of utmost importance, as it creates 123,000 jobs in the country.

But, as if this were not enough, there are many Mexicans in the United States with high specialization. According to studies, there are more than 20 thousand immigrants with doctorates, while 17 percent have a university education.

A study by the Pew Research Center highlights that, regardless of their legal status, Mexican immigrants, for the most part, accept jobs that American citizens do not want.

In 2006, 15.3 percent of the civilian workforce was made up of “foreign-born” workers, or those born outside the United States, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. That share is set to hit a record high of 18.6 percent in 2023, easing pressure on the U.S. economy, experts say.

On the other hand, Mexico has become an important arm of the US economy. According to figures from the Mexican Ministry of Economy (SE), the 10 exports with the highest commercial value that Mexico made to the United States in 2023 are: Vehicle parts and accessories, Automobiles, Tractor trucks, Computer equipment, Wires and cables, Tractors, Instruments and devices for medical use, Cell phones, Monitors and projectors, and Electric power controls.

The value of these exports amounts to some 200 billion dollars, almost half the value of everything Mexico sold to the United States.

Thus, 8 out of 10 products manufactured in Mexico are consumed in the United States.

Added to this is the furniture manufacturing industry, which generated 9.4 billion dollars; the food industry, fruits and vegetables, exported 12 billion dollars, while bakeries sent products worth 2.36 billion dollars; but the alcoholic beverage industry is not far behind, with sales totaling almost 3.5 billion dollars.

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Mexican and other migrants more willing to fight for the US than Americans

Manuel Ortiz

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2024.12.17

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Mexican and other migrants more willing to fight for the US than Americans

US soldiers in Texas. Mexican and other migrants more willing to fight for the US than Americans — University of Utah study reveals that Mexican and other immigrants are more willing to fight for U.S. security than Americans themselves; anti-immigrant attitude could be detrimental to the country's security, experts say. Photo: Manuel Ortiz – P360

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Despite the rise of a negative narrative about immigrants in the United States, largely due to the recent general elections, a study by the University of Utah reveals that this sector of the population is more willing to serve in the civic and military sectors than citizens born in the country.

“Immigrants’ commitment to the U.S. may be much stronger than people think, and their appreciation for the values and opportunities that the U.S. offers are things they may feel willing to fight for, protect and defend,” said Professor Christopher Simon, lead author of the study, which also includes Canada.

Research by Simon and his team highlights that migrants from Mexico, Colombia, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, the Philippines, China, Germany, Taiwan, and the United Kingdom show a greater willingness to fight for the security of the United States and Canada through service in the armed forces and navy than Americans themselves.

In this sense, anti-immigrant sentiment could be detrimental to national security in the U.S., said Nicholas Lovrich, co-author of the study and professor emeritus of political science at Washington State University and current research associate at the University of Utah.

The Utah investigation also warns that the US military system faces major recruitment challenges and that, were it not for migrant enlistees, the country would be facing a crisis.

“We used to recruit a broader spectrum of Americans from diverse areas, both geographic and otherwise, willing to serve, but that is diminishing almost everywhere. The group with the strongest support is immigrants coming to this country,” Lovrich said.

Indicators show that families in the US are getting smaller and that the fewer members a nuclear family has, the less Americans want their children to join the military.

“All of these indicators are going in the opposite direction to recruitment, except in the case of immigrants. That is why it does not make much sense to close our borders to those coming from abroad at this time.”

There are 1.3 million active-duty military personnel in the U.S., or 2 million if you include the reserves. This is roughly 11% of the adult population. The percentage is declining annually, so, according to the study, recruiting goals are not being met.

The Utah research found that immigrants join the military not so much out of a militaristic or nationalistic attitude, as Americans do, but out of a sense of connection to the country and civic service.

“People aren’t blindly saying they’re willing to serve [in the military],” Simon said. “In some cases, for example, they say they’re less willing to fight if it’s a war between countries, but more willing if it’s a terrorism-related issue.”

The research, Simon noted, was based on social identity theory and depth psychology theory, “which made for a pretty solid study by extending our theoretical framework beyond the existing literature on military sociology.”

The Utah study, which also included military experts, concludes that U.S. security depends largely on migrants and that the anti-immigrant narrative is therefore detrimental to the country.

Source: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/0095327X241269905

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The cold weather is here! San Mateo County keeps its Severe Weather Program active

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Pamela Cruz

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2024.12.17

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The cold weather is here! San Mateo County keeps its Severe Weather Program active

San Mateo County maintains Severe Weather Program and expands shelter capacity to 75 beds at the San Mateo County Event Center. — San Mateo County is keeping the Inclement Weather Program active and is expanding shelter capacity to 75 beds at the San Mateo County Event Center. Photo: Redwood City

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The San Mateo County Severe Weather Program will remain active through mid-April 2025 to assist community members during severe weather conditions.

The program expands shelter capacity to 75 beds at the San Mateo County Event Center, providing a warm space for families and individuals in need.

While city facilities are not designated shelters, they do offer safe spaces to stay warm during regular business hours, so visitors are encouraged to Check the schedule facility care and use these spaces to stay warm.

Colder weather brings unique challenges, particularly for those without stable housing, so access to hot meals, clothing and other essential resources provides much-needed support during the winter months.

The Fair Oaks Community Center remains an important resource during this time, offering services, shelter referrals, and the Homeless Outreach Service.

For those looking for meals, grab-and-go lunches are available every Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Additionally, fresh produce is available through the organization. Second Harvest of Silicon Valley, with distributions scheduled for December 13 and January 10.

The city also collaborates with local non-profit organizations such as St. Anthony's Padua Dining Room, Catholic Worker House and Street Life Ministries They provide warm, nutritious meals and distribute items such as winter clothing, jackets, shoes and sleeping bags to help community members prepare for the colder weather.

San Antonio's Padua Soup Kitchen also brings the community together during the holidays by offering festive meals, including a special Christmas dinner on December 25.

Winter can be difficult for many people, so the City Council recommended that people contact the Mental Health Association of San Mateo County to get help if needed.

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