Pilar Marrero

About the Author

Pilar Marrero is editor and reporter for La Opinion, the largest and oldest Spanish language daily paper in America, winning awards from associations including New America Media, the New School, and the International Center for Journalists for her intriguing work exploring the trials and tribulations of the Latino community. She is the author of Killing the American Dream. With her 25 years of experience covering social and political issues,  she is one of the most highly sought after commenters by international and local media for  knowledgeable insight to the issues that face Latinos,  appearing on such outlets as BBC World, CNN, and NPR,  among others. She teaches journalism courses at UCLA-extension and lives in California.