Source: The San Diego Union-Tribune

On December 26, 2002 The San Diego Union-Tribune printed an editorial by Samuel Sokolove and Marty Block that states, "the roots of Latino and Jewish immigration to America are common, as both groups sought refuge and a better life by fleeing persecution, poverty and political turmoil.  In the process, both groups experienced discrimination as foreigners in America, and both groups tend to be socially liberal, fiscally conservative and culturally urbane.  Both groups exalt family ties and cultural traditions, and value education and hard work as the keys to upward mobility. Moreover, Latinos and Jews struggled to integrate into American society while retaining their cultural and religious identities.  The American Jew's relationship to the state of Israel shares dynamics of the Mexican-American's relationship to Mexico, as well as similar problems, such as charges of divided loyalties.  As a result, over the years Latinos and Jews have begun recognizing their common dreams and concerns and the benefit of collaboration. Ethnic politics are always tricky propositions, but despite the potential difficulties, bridge building will almost certainly be beneficial both in improving the status of Jews and Latinos in America, and in furthering our cherished principles of pluralism."