At the dawn of the 21st century, Hispanic Americans became the largest minority group in the U.S. – but systemic challenges persist. 🛑 In The Race Gap in the U.S. series, journalist Jason Motlagh reveals how border patrol practices and daily discrimination continue to shape lives from Texas to California. 🌵
Through interviews with activists, migrants, and retired law enforcement, the report uncovers a stark reality: Families fleeing poverty face militarized borders, while Hispanic residents describe routine profiling during traffic stops or workplace raids. 💔 One lawyer quoted calls it \"a cycle of fear that outlives policy changes.\"
🔍 Spotlight on border states:
Migrants risk dangerous crossings for $10/day labor jobs
Retired officers admit \"pressure to meet quotas\"
Activists push for body cameras & community oversight
Despite growing political influence, many argue equality remains distant. As one advocate puts it: \"We built this country’s economy – now we need to rebuild its conscience.\" ✊
