When people lose their jobs, they often think about starting their own businesses. Hispanics are no different than other Americans in that regard. - - Donna Poisl
by Perla Trevizo
Ruben Garcia came to the United States from Mexico in the 1980s, but never really thought of opening his own business until the necessity pushed him to do it, he said.
He lost his job as a welder three years ago at the same time an acquaintance offered to let him take over an auto shop, Garcia's Garage on Rossville Boulevard, where he installs stereos, buys and sells used cars and offers a towing service.
Garcia is among a growing number of Hispanics, especially Mexicans, who own a business in Tennessee and Georgia -- reflecting a national trend.
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