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Latest articles by Terry Blas

I’m American, and I’m multilingual. Why does it feel so scary to speak in another language  in public?
The Highlight

Answering a call from mom in public suddenly takes on new — and nerve-racking — meaning.

By Terry Blas
“Latinx” is growing in popularity. I made a comic to help you understand why.
The Highlight

The gender-neutral term that’s supposed to be for everyone, well, isn’t.

By Terry Blas
The difference between “Latino” and “Hispanic,” in one cartoon
Features

Many people don’t know when to say “Hispanic” and when to say “Latino.” So I drew a comic to explain the difference.

By Terry Blas