Rev. Samuel Rodriguez

Opinion June 1

America is rediscovering its soul and reviving the sacred

America sees a faith resurgence, driven by Millennials and Gen Z. Public expressions of belief are rising, challenging secular norms and enriching cultural dialogue.

Opinion December 22

ADVENT 2024: Reclaiming Christmas: Living out biblical love

God’s love is intertwined with biblical justice. Love extends to everyone, even those we disagree with and don’t particularly like.

OPINION September 7

5 ways Harris, Walz push Latinos to Trump and could hand him the White House

Once again, the Democratic Party shows Latino voters that, while they may seem affable and open to the Hispanic American experience their actions and policies tell a different story.

OPINION January 17, 2023

Hispanics control electoral future: Here's the top takeaway from 2022 midterms

Politicians and pollsters are now chasing the largest ethnic/racial minority group in the country. If Hispanics control the vote, do we also own the future?

OPINION November 1, 2022

Hispanic midterm voters watch as Democrat Party becomes anti-Latino party

Coming up to the midterm elections, more hispanic voters are realizing the Democrat Party became a repudiation of who we are.

OPINION May 16, 2022

5 reasons the left is losing Latinos

A tidal wave of Latino voters is about to slam against the November midterm elections; it may better be characterized as a tsunami—and it isn’t going to be friendly to Democrats, either.

OPINION October 11, 2021

Rev. Samuel Rodriguez: What National Hispanic Heritage Month means to me in one word

It is National Hispanic Heritage Month. We are the nation’s second largest population group, and we have held our own against racism, prejudice and ridicule because of our unshakable hope in the future.

OPINION July 24, 2021

Rev. Samuel Rodriguez: Hispanics, Latinos thriving – we are not marginalized, oppressed victims

Hispanics and Latinos living in the United States are a diverse, thriving community. We are here to bless this nation, to help it fully realize its ideals of liberty and justice for all.

OPINION March 29, 2021

Rev. Samuel Rodriguez: Hispanic and Latino voters' to-do list – Biden admin must address these 3 issues

Throughout the years, political parties have oversimplified Hispanic and Latino voters. However, like all members of racial and ethnic groups, we are not homogenous. When political parties stereotype us, they fail to appreciate the differences that make our communities so vibrant.

OPINION December 1, 2020

Rev. Samuel Rodriguez: On World AIDS Day 2020, COVID threatens to reverse the tide of saving lives

Tuesday, Dec. 1, marks a time to remember the tens of millions of people who have died from AIDS-related illnesses, including nearly 700,000 people just last year. 

OPINION November 12, 2020

Samuel Rodriguez: What Biden should learn about how Latinos voted in 2020

As he pledges to be the president for all Americans, Biden would do well to learn from how Trump courted the Latino vote.

OPINION October 28, 2020

Rev. Samuel Rodriguez: Biden vs. Trump -- Why Latinos in Florida are turning to Trump

Former Vice President Joe Biden is suffering from a major Latino-induced headache ahead of the election.