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Valleyites Only Count 1/3 of Other Texans
So where have wars, struggles, blood, tears, and victories and tears of joy led us?
Leonardo Olivares in The Monitor
Aug 10, 20203 min read
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Demonyms that Define Us
The Valley has about 40 municipalities from Alamo to Weslaco, alphabetically. Most are either derived from Spanish or English.
Leonardo Olivares, JD MPA ICMA-CM
Apr 28, 20203 min read
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Consumers & EMS: Reviewing the First Links in EMS Delivery
Making health care consumers in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas more informed of public v. private EMS delivery options.
Leonardo Olivares in The Monitor
May 10, 20193 min read
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A Wall, Caravans, Bananas & Tom Cruise?
Commentary on Border Wall, caravans, and the history of U.S. Central American relations.
Leonardo Olivares in The Monitor
Feb 12, 20195 min read
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Holiday Shopping for Health Care in Hidalgo County
Twice now, Hidalgo County residents clearly told their political, educational, and health care leaders they do not want more property taxes.
Leonardo Olivares in The Monitor
Dec 11, 20163 min read
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Competition vs Cooperation: Does it Matter in the Long-Run?
“Build it and they will come.” Although it proved true in the baseball themed Field of Dreams, does this also work for regional development
Leonardo Olivares in Valley Entrepreneur Journal
Mar 1, 20145 min read
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The Case for an Economic History of the Rio Grande Valley
Vallyites do not have a comprehensive history of the economic, political and social developments that shaped us.
Leonardo Olivares in Valley Entrepreneur Journal
Oct 15, 20134 min read
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