National Hispanic Heritage Month starts today and last through October 15th. This month was established to celebrate the histories, cultures, and contributions of Spanish, Mexican, Caribbean, and people of Central and South American ancestry. Starting as Hispanic Heritage Week in 1968, it was later expanded to include an entire month in 1988. While "Hispanic" is the official term used to describe heritage, it has a problematic history rooted in mislabeling, cultural erasure,

National Hispanic Heritage Month commences on September 15th through October 15th and celebrates the histories, cultures and...