Hispanic by the Numbers

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What American president ordered the addition of "Hispanic Origin or Descent" to the 1970 US Census Form?

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Richard Nixon

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How many Latino members are in the U.S. Congress?

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37

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What is the estimated share of Hispanic students attending public schools?

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25%

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When does Hispanic Heritage Month begins?

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September 15

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90% of Latinos think immigrant Hispanics have to learn English to succeed.

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True

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What is the estimated buying power of the U. S. Hispanic population?

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1.2 Trillion

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What percentage of the Latino population make up the share of the total U. S. population?

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17.1%

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What country has the largest Hispanic population?

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Mexico