Seniors

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<p>The fun and festivities of Hispanic Heritage Month 2012 came to a close on October 15; however, the needs and concerns of Hispanics must remain in the forefront throughout the year. Underscoring the importance of this point are the views of 67 opinion leaders, 50 and older, representing notable Hispanic organizations. They took time to speak with AARP during Hispanic Heritage Month, in response to our Hispanic Opinion Shaper Survey.</p>

<p><strong>La Opinion/New America Media</strong>&nbsp;</p>
<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A few blocks from California’s political epicenter, the capitol in Sacramento, in a neighborhood where drug sales are common, on the second floor of a dilapidated house, are three dark rooms. Living there is 82-year old don Jesus Ruiz.</p>