LatinaLista — No poll has to be taken to understand that Latinos are as frustrated with our nation’s politicians as the rest of the country. Just as the Tea Party gave rise to a group that gained political influence in Washington, other groups are taking their cue from them. These groups are learning that if anything constructive is to get done in DC, they will have to spearhead their own initiatives.

By Audris Ponce
The Venture

HOUSTON -- In a political atmosphere where the phrases "illegals," "DREAM Act" and "racial profiling" are constantly thrown at the public, individuals known as Latino republicans seem unusual to people on both sides of the argument.