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It’s All About Fútbol Article
Los Angeles Galaxy's David Beckham (23) moves the ball against D.C. United's Jaime Moreno, right, during the first half of a MLS soccer game on August 22, 2009, in Washington. (AP/Nick Wass)

It’s All About Fútbol

The large pool of Hispanic and American soccer fans signals a revival of a two-way acculturation, writes Robert Valencia.

Robert Valencia

The Chávez Shuffle Article
Venezuela's President Hugo Chávez pauses during a news conference at the Miraflores presidential palace in Caracas, Venezuela, on July 10, 2009. Chávez calls himself the new Simón Bolivar, whose portrait is shown on the background, yet his politics contradict those of the legendary commander in chief.   (AP/Fernando Llano)

The Chávez Shuffle

Venezuelan President Hugo Chávez says he’s the new Simón Bolivar, but his politics contradict those of the legendary commander in chief, writes Robert Valencia.

Robert Valencia