Essay On Hispanic Culture

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Have you noticed that on job interviews and applications most employers now require or recommend that their employees speak Spanish? Have you turned on the television lately and noticed a skyrocketing amount of television programs aimed at the Spanish speaking population? Unlike any other culture, the Hispanic culture has experienced tremendous growth within the past 30 years. It is an undeniable fact that the Hispanic culture is here to stay. This is due to their steady population growth, and most important of all, their noteworthy influence on American culture and way of life. Hispanics are a mix of European, African and Native American people, and therefore have a rich history which deserves to be preserved and appreciated. In order to understand the influence Hispanics have on the United States, we must first educate ourselves on their customs, morals, and values. Clothing, language, customs, and values all play a significant role in the Hispanic culture. People of all…show more content…
The Hispanic culture is a collectivistic culture. Hispanics tend to be brought up to be helpful, supportive, and accommodating, whereas the American culture, more often than not, promotes competitiveness. Within a Hispanic family, individuals are encouraged to assist family members during times of struggles. This includes, but is not limited to, unemployment, financial problems, and poor health conditions. Hispanics are not independent of the family unit. By educating ourselves on the customs, morals, and values of the Hispanic culture we will gain a better understanding of their influence on American culture and way of life. Hispanics make up eleven percent of the United States’ population and will only continue to grow in the future. It is an undeniable fact that the Hispanic culture is here to stay. We must preserve and appreciate Hispanic culture because, day by day, it is becoming a larger part of
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