Jazmine Ulloa Returns to El Paso for Book Launch and Discussion

El Paso native and New York Times reporter Jazmine Ulloa held a successful book talk at the Philanthropy Theatre, attracting around 200 attendees. Her recently published book, 'El Paso: Five Families and One Hundred Years of Blood, Migration, Race, and Memory,' explores over a century of border history through the experiences of five families, highlighting immigration and political narratives. The event, moderated by El Paso Matters CEO Robert Moore, emphasized the importance of community engagement in understanding the region's complex history. Ulloa's work aims to reshape perceptions of El Paso, often misunderstood from an external viewpoint. Following her presentation, she engaged with the audience for a Q&A session and signed copies of her book.

Key Details: • Event held at the Philanthropy Theatre in Downtown El Paso. • Approximately 200 people attended the book talk. • Jazmine Ulloa's book was published by Dutton in March 2026. • Audience Q&A session lasted about 30 minutes.