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I think it depends on geography and the historical relationship between the two groups in the area.
Growing up in Boston, I never really felt that Latinos were different from Blacks. I've dated several Latino males, but never considered that interracial dating. I spoke Spang-lish, and attended as many Dominican and Puerto Rican day parades as Carnival celebarations.
In VA, the Latino--namely Mexican population is exploding. But, I see a large disconnect from the Black community here. Most of them are new arrivals, do not speak English, and are taking over the lower paying jobs. So, there is some anomosity.
I think all people, who share the same social and economic ground share the same interests and goals. I do not believe we can achieve them through strife and a "battle" over resources. Especially since, as you mentioned, most Latinos can be so diverse racially, that competition against folks that look like you but are culturally dissimilar, can appear to outsiders to be infighting, and this helps no one.
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