Some Hispanic men are redefining the concept of college education, with one man in his 40s considering himself a college graduate after obtaining a commercial driver’s license certificate to improve his job prospects. However, there are concerns that many Latino men are entering physically demanding jobs that can take a toll on their bodies, making it difficult for them to advance in their careers without proper education or skill sets.
The median age of Hispanic men is 30.6, with many working in dangerous jobs such as transportation and construction. Latino workers are disproportionately more likely to suffer fatal injuries on the job compared to others. Some men, like Jun Garza, are realizing the physical toll of their work and are seeking additional education and training to pursue more sustainable careers.
Many Hispanic men are starting their own businesses out of necessity, but they face challenges in accessing financing to grow their companies. While a greater share of Latino male-owned businesses are generating higher revenues compared to Latina-owned businesses, they still lag behind white male-owned businesses in terms of financial success.
Health insurance coverage, homeownership, and wages have improved for Latinos under the Biden administration, but there are still concerns about the high costs impacting families. Moving forward, it will be important for policymakers to invest in the success of Latino workers and small business owners to ensure that the “American dream” remains attainable for all.
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