Mexican Americans, Assimilations, and Race (KPCC Radio, Los Angeles)

Mexican Americans have not fully integrated into U.S. society, even by the third and fourth generation, according to a new UCLA study covering 40 years. Although many speak English fluently, prefer American music, and sometimes vote Republican, they continue to live in majority Hispanic neighborhoods and think of themselves as "Mexican" or "Mexican-American." Patt looks at the findings, both encouraging and troubling, and the reasons behind them.

New America Fellow Tomas Jimenez joins the discussion. Tomas is an assistant professor of sociology at U.C. San Diego, and a research fellow at the Center for U.S.-Mexico Studies. To listen to the discussion, click here. Please visit KPCC Radio's website.