The label "Hispanic" has not been fully accepted as an identity by Latinos/as living in the United States today.

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While the term "Hispanic" is commonly used by the US government and media to refer to people with connections to Spanish-speaking countries, many individuals within this group prefer to identify by their country of origin or as "Latino/a." Some also feel that the label "Hispanic" does not accurately capture the cultural and ethnic diversity within the community.

The Label "Hispanic" Has Not Been Fully Accepted as an Identity