In 1996, José became the most popular name for newborn males in the state, reflecting population increases and the inroads Hispanics have made as legitimate contributors to Texas culture. But most Latinos haven't seen the same progress in their bank accounts.

Latinos, who account for more than a third of Texas’ workforce, on average earn about 35 percent less than their white counterparts, according to a report from the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas. On average, they earn about $11.50 per hour, compared to $17.90 for non-Hispanic whites. The gap is larger here than in the rest ...

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