David Iaconangelo

David Iaconangelo is a Brooklyn-based writer and translator. Formerly editor of ZafraLit, a blog of new short fiction from Cuba. He has lived in and reported from various Latin American countries.

César Chávez: A Brief History Of The Latino Icon In Photos

David Iaconangelo | Monday, March 30, 2015 - 13:00

César Chávez's birthday is March 31. Check out a brief history in photos of the Latino and labor icon.

Cesar Chavez's Not-So-Saintly Treatment Of Undocumented Immigrants

David Iaconangelo | Monday, March 30, 2015 - 12:49

Dolores Huerta says Chavez simply disdained strikebreakers, not undocumented workers more generally. But he took a not-so-saintly approach to resolving that particular aspect of labor disputes.

House Majority Leader-elect Kevin McCarthy

Will New House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy Schedule A Vote On Immigration?

David Iaconangelo | Monday, June 23, 2014 - 15:14

The new majority leader in the House says he thinks the borders should be "secured" before any legal status is extended to undocumented immigrants.

A clandestine grave found in 2012 in Veracruz.

31 Bodies Found In Clandestine Grave In Veracruz, Mexico

David Iaconangelo | Thursday, June 19, 2014 - 14:38

Many of the bodies uncovered in the grave showed signs of torture. Rumors are that the bodies may belong to migrants passing through the state.

A woman holds up a sign during a protest rally for immigrants rights on Capitol Hill in Washington October 8, 2013.

Eric Cantor Replacement To Be Voted On By House Republicans

David Iaconangelo | Thursday, June 19, 2014 - 13:27

Five Republicans are vying for the space left by former No. 2 Eric Cantor when he lost his primary race in a shocker to Tea Party upstart Dave Brat.

Attacks On Migrants Passing Through Mexico Continue

David Iaconangelo | Wednesday, June 18, 2014 - 13:23

Two men were injured and a third killed in an attack on "La Bestia" this past weekend in the Mexican state of Veracruz.

Vice President Joe Biden waves to the crowd as he leaves after delivering his speech at Yonsei University in Seoul December 6, 2013.

Joe Biden To Meet With Central American Leaders To Discuss Child Migrants

David Iaconangelo | Wednesday, June 18, 2014 - 12:12

Biden will try to tamp down rumors that unaccompanied children who make it to the US will be allowed to stay.

Unpublished Pablo Neruda Poems To Appear In New Book

David Iaconangelo | Wednesday, June 18, 2014 - 10:56

The manuscripts were discovered in a drawer at the Neruda Foundation Library.

Brazil Nabs Alleged Mexican Drug Lord In Country To Watch Mexico Vs. Brazil

David Iaconangelo | Tuesday, June 17, 2014 - 13:24

49-year-old José Díaz Barajas had arrived in Brazil with his wife and two adult sons to watch the World Cup match.

María Corina Machado Questioned Over Alleged Maduro Assassination Plot

David Iaconangelo | Tuesday, June 17, 2014 - 12:22

Corina Machado is one of seven opposition voices which have been subpoenaed in connection with an alleged plot to kill Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro.

Immigration reform protestors in New Jersey.

'State Citizenship’ Bill Could Extend Rights To New York Undocumented

David Iaconangelo | Tuesday, June 17, 2014 - 11:22

Its chances of passing into law are close to zero in the Republican-dominated state legislature. But the bill’s sponsor is thinking long-term.

Enrique Peña Nieto Calls For ‘Debate’ On ‘Inconsistent’ US Marijuana Policies

David Iaconangelo | Monday, June 16, 2014 - 14:33

Enrique Peña Nieto indicated that policies across the hemisphere ought to be in coordination, and said the decades-old, US-backed policies had “failed.”

VIDEO: Rio Police Promise To Investigate Reports Of Cop Shooting Protesters

David Iaconangelo | Monday, June 16, 2014 - 12:52

Rio de Janeiro authorities said they would "immediately" open an investigation into the incident.

Raúl Labrador To Run For House GOP Majority Leader After Eric Cantor Loss

David Iaconangelo | Monday, June 16, 2014 - 12:14

Labrador was the first member of the House "Gang of 8" on immigration to abandon ship last summer over disagreements on how to handle health care for undocumented immigrants.

UN: World Cup Host City Is Seventh Most Dangerous In World

David Iaconangelo | Friday, June 13, 2014 - 11:43

The UN Office on Drugs and Crime ranked Fortaleza as the seventh most dangerous city in the world in 2013.

Obama Says Immigration Reform Not Dead In 2014 After Cantor Loss

David Iaconangelo | Thursday, June 12, 2014 - 13:02

Obama said he thought Congress could still pass a legislative fix on immigration after House GOP leadership was shaken up by the primary loss of its No. 2.

Brazilian Police Break Up Rally Of São Paolo Protestors With Tear Gas

David Iaconangelo | Thursday, June 12, 2014 - 12:14

Hours before Brazil was set to take on Croatia in the opening game of the Cup, police broke up protesters using tear gas and rubber bullets.

Rio De Janeiro Airport Workers Strike On First Day Of Brazil Games

David Iaconangelo | Thursday, June 12, 2014 - 11:12

Only about 20 percent of airport workers are striking after a labor court ruled that they would otherwise face fines of over $20,000.

Enrique Peña Nieto: Mexico, Brazil Not ‘In Competition’

David Iaconangelo | Wednesday, June 11, 2014 - 13:58

Lula thinks talk about Mexico’s ascent is hype when compared to that of Brazil.

Eric Cantor Didn’t Lose Because Of Immigration Reform, Says New Poll

David Iaconangelo | Wednesday, June 11, 2014 - 12:44

Dave Brat ran on his opposition to immigration reform. But a new poll indicates that many voters in his Virginia district actually support a reform with a path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants.

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