Explain and compare the development of Latino communities in Florida and New York by commenting on the experiences of Cubans, Puerto Ricans, and Dominicans.
First, discuss the formation of the Cuban American community in South Florida in the 70s, focusing on three elements: economic success, the process of naturalization, and participation in domestic politics.
Then, explain the patterns of settlement and community building of Puerto Ricans and Dominicans in New York, and analyze the economic, social, and cultural dimensions of these communities.
Finally, reflect on points of comparison/contrast between Cubans, Puerto Ricans, and Dominicans.
Refer to class discussion and reading such as “Havana USA,” “Settlement Patterns,” and “From the Burro to the Subway.”
