Alabama’s Latino Community Urges Spanish Speakers to Miss Work

Take the day off–to protest the harsh laws targeting undocumented immigrants in Alabama.

That’s what some in the state’s Latino community are encouraging Spanish-speaking residents to do, all to counter Alabama’s efforts to fight against illegal immigration.

Facebook users have formed groups and events urging people to skip work on Wednesday and Thursday. They’re also asking people to only shop at businesses that are part of the Hispanic community. Hundreds have said they’re participating.

A Spanish-language radio station in metro Birmingham is helping promote the campaign. {snip}

In heavily Hispanic Albertville, city officials say some Hispanic businesses are planning to close Wednesday. {snip}