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 * The Impact of Hispanics as the Largest Minority in the United States**

Did you know that there are so many Hispanic minorities in the United States, and they are making a difference in our country every day? If you didn't know, there are many minorities in our country, mostly ones with Spanish backgrounds. The Hispanic minority population is expected to rise fifty-six percent of the total population of the United States by 2060, compared to thirty-eight percent last year. Spanish Minorities make differences in our country and even the whole world every day. For example, we wouldn't have any food from Hispanic countries if it wasn't for Spanish minorities. We wouldn't be able to watch them perform songs and dances on live television. We wouldn't be able to see them represent the United States or professional U.S. sports teams if we didn't have Hispanic minorities. There are more and more Hispanics coming to our country every day, and our nation is growing with minorities, most of them are contributing to our society. Jennifer Lopez, David Ortiz, and Manu Ginobili are all Hispanic minorities who have left an impact on our country and made big differences in the world. (USA Today) Jenifer Lopez is a great example to young women all around the world. She was born in the Castle Hill section of the South Bronx on July 24, 1969. Her family is Puerto Rican so she is considered a minority. Today she is a great singer and actress in our country. Her career begin when she was offered a job on Fox's hit comedy. But when she played Selena in Selena, she had become famous. Her musical career also began when she released her Latin pop album, on June 6, 1999. The album gave her so much success and inspired so many people to become singers. Over the years, she has played as an actress in many shows and movies and has also released many more music hits to give her even more success. She has left a very large impact as a Hispanic minority in our country as she continues to inspire others. (J.Lo Tops List of Most Influential Hispanics) David Ortiz is a retired MLB superstar, he has always loved baseball and as a young child had dreamed of playing professionally. David Ortiz was born on November 18th, 1975, in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. As the oldest of four children, he always had a great sense of humor and was a good influence on his siblings. David Ortiz learned the game from his father. His father played in Dominican Republic's semi-pro and professional baseball leagues. As he played the game of baseball, he became a very powerful hitter as a lefty and everybody knew it. After his 17th birthday, MLB teams were offering him to play for them. After a few years playing in the major and minor leagues, he made his mark. When he was put on the Boston Red Sox, he was a great contribution to the team. He retired last year from the MLB after a long twenty years playing professionally. Besides inspiring many young boys and girls to play baseball, he is a very generous man and supports charity. He created the David Ortiz Children's Fund. The fund is committed to helping children in New England and the Dominican Republic who do not have access to the critical pediatric services they need. As a Hispanic minority, David Ortiz has left a huge impact on our country. He has inspired millions of people to become like him and he continues to make a difference as a Hispanic minority. (David Ortiz's Legacy to Afro-Latinos Goes Way Beyond Baseball Greatness) Manu Ginobili is a National Basketball Association (NBA) player for the San Antonio Spurs. Manu Ginobili was born on July 28, 1977, in Bahia Blanca, Buenos Aires, Argentina. He is married to Marienela Orono and has three children. Manu Ginobili is the only basketball player ever to win a Euroleague, an NBA ring, and an Olympic Gold metal. He comes from a basketball family, his two brothers and father also played professionally in Spain and Argentina. As a Hispanic minority from Argentina, Ginobili has motivated and excited many young kids about the game of basketball and that they can accomplish anything. He also has his own charity fund and donates money to help young children in Argentina. Manu Ginobili has made an impact as a Hispanic Minority by giving all his effort to accomplish his goals in our country. (MFHewes) Jennifer Lopez, an unforgettable actress and singer, David Ortiz, an MLB legend, and Manu Ginobili, an NBA superstar, are all Hispanic minorities who have made a difference and impact in our country. All of these minorities have proven that they can leave their mark on the world and inspire millions of young people to be like them in the future. Hispanics have left a great impact as the largest minority in the United States, and will continue to change our world.

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