I look forward to seeing you at the premiere!

Hello, I’m Manuel Romero, author of 'Mi America- The Evolution of an American Family.'I’m excited to share with you that we've made tremendous progress on our documentary!

We've interviewed experts in New Mexico’s language, music, and religion, and filmed breathtaking scenery in New Mexico and Utah. While most of our filming is complete, we've gathered so much incredible footage that we’ve exceeded our budget. The anticipation for this documentary is remarkable, and the support I’ve received has been truly inspiring.

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Mia America Documentary Filming

Now, I need your continued help.Your donations will be crucial for funding the next important phase- editing.This is where we will piece together all the beautiful footage we’ve captured. I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone who has contributed so far; you’re making this dream a reality!

Every contribution, no matter how small or large, will help us complete this project and ensure we preserve our rich heritage, language, and music for future generations.
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Whether you can give five dollars or five hundred dollars, or simply help spread the word, your support is invaluable.

I hope to invite all donors to the premiere once the project is completed.

Thank you for believing in this vision and joining me on this incredible journey.

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Documentary adaptation

We are excited to announce a documentary adaptation! It will be approximately 1 hour in length. Look for the full video presentation to be available right here on Mi'America2020 in a 4-part series! View the trailer now by clicking either English or Spanish versions.

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Eight Generations

Eight Generations

Eight generation of Romero/Madrid/Lopez in pictures from 1830 to 2022.
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Governor Bill Richardson

"A Sweeping
Narrative"

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A story for all Americans

Civic leaders, government officials, scholars and citizens are raving over Manuel Romoero's new book. It's a delight to read for anyone interested in American history and the narrative of how the Nuevomejcanos helped shaped our country.

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"A sweeping narrative of family, culture, and community"

His extensive research of the lives of his mother and father unearth a detailed and panoramic vision of Northern New Mexican history.
New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson

"A major accomplishment"

The book is a major accomplishment for a Chicano Civil Rights activist, civic leader, non-profit executive, and professor. If you listen closely, you can hear the strains of alabados in the background blended with “Europa.”
Dr. Theresa Martínez, Associate Professor of Sociology at the University of Utah

"Readers will be informed, uplifted, and inspired"

Mi America, his well-chronicled family journey - from Spain to Mexico to New Mexico to Utah - is an important contribution to the history of America and the significant impact made by Nuevomejcanos over hundreds of years. 
The Honorable Mickey Ibarra, Chairman of the Latino Leaders Network
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Manuel Romero was born in Rodarte, New Mexico. He graduated from the University of Utah with a bachelor’s degree in Political Science, completed political science graduate work at the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Mexico in Mexico City, and received a master’s degree in political science from the University of New Mexico in 1987.
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