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1st International Assembly of Law Libraries at UNAM: Law Libraries Within a Global Information Society

Posted by: Francisco Macías

On August 3 and 4, 2017, I had the distinct privilege of representing the Law Library of Congress at one of Latin America’s most lauded institutes of legal research. In observance of Hispanic Heritage Month, I would like to share some highlights of what transpired there. The following is a recap authored by Celia Carreón …

Ornate red and ivory wall decoration, with plaque and symbols

190th Anniversary of the Constitution of the Free State of Coahuila and Texas

Posted by: Francisco Macías

The following is a joint collaboration with Janice Hyde, Assistant Law Librarian for Collections. March is a very important month for Texas.  March is Texas History Month!  Every year, on March 2, Texas celebrates the anniversary of its independence. And it’s no surprise that this anniversary aligns with the festivities set out for Texas Public …

Ornate red and ivory wall decoration, with plaque and symbols

Happy Birthday, César Chávez!

Posted by: Francisco Macías

Sí se puede.—César Chávez First President of the United Farm Workers Organizing Committee (UFWOC) Born March 31, 1927, César Estrada Chávez is perhaps the most renowned Latino civil rights activist. Two years ago, perhaps with the aim of seeing “one of America’s greatest champions for social justice” get his rightful place among his peers, President …