This study explores the diverse struggles of incorporation pursued by immigrants from the Dominican Republic to New York City. This work chronicles the lives of Dominicans in New York City and their difficulties to incorporate themselves into American politics.
By:
Milagros Ricourt Imprint: Routledge Country of Publication: United Kingdom Dimensions:
Height: 229mm,
Width: 152mm,
Spine: 15mm
Weight: 362g ISBN:9780415933308 ISBN 10: 0415933307 Series:Latino Communities: Emerging Voices - Political, Social, Cultural and Legal Issues Pages: 152 Publication Date:29 March 2002 Audience:
College/higher education
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General/trade
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Professional & Vocational
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Primary
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ELT Advanced
Format:Hardback Publisher's Status: Active
1. Introduction 2. Ethnic Identity of Dominicans in New York City 3. Dominicans at the Margins 4. Neighborhood Change and Ethnic Solidarity 5. The Rolde of Social Service Agencies 6. The Politics of Community Control 7. An Added Burden for Dominican Women 8. The Alternative Politics of Dominican Women 9. Dominicans in a Multiethnic Setting 10. Conclusion