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Throughout history, the Latinx population has contributed
substantially to Nevada's mining, railroad, farming, ranching, and
tourism industries. Latinos in Nevada provides a comprehensive
analysis of this fastest-growing and diverse ethnic group,
exploring the impact of the Hispanic/Latinx population on the
Silver State in the past, present, and future. This extensive study
by a distinguished and multidisciplinary team of scholars discusses
the impact of the Latinx population from the early development of
the state of Nevada and highlights their roles in society, as well
as the specific implications of their growing presence in the
state. It also contemplates the future of the Latinx population and
the role they will continue to play in politics and the economy.
This in-depth examination of a large and relatively understudied
population will be of interest to scholars and students who study
disparities in health and education opportunities as well as the
political and economic climate among Latinos and other groups in
Nevada and beyond. A political, economic, and demographic profile,
this book: Explores the history, growth, and diversity of the
Latinx population. Draws on an array of census data, voter surveys,
statistics, interviews, and health, education, employment, wages,
and immigration statistics. Evaluates key trends in employment,
education, religion, and health. Analyses the dynamics of political
participation, including implications of a growing Latino political
electorate in a western swing state. Assesses key determinants of
health disparities, educational inequities, and civic engagement
among Latinos in the state. Demonstrates the impact of the Great
Recession of 2008 and provides a preliminary assessment of the
COVID-19 pandemic on Latino employment.
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