This document summarizes Cynara M. Medina's research paper on the TV show Ugly Betty and how it portrays Latino representations and challenges the melting pot myth. The document outlines key concepts around representation, myths, and media stereotypes of Latinos. It then summarizes the plotline around the illegal immigration storyline of Ignacio Suarez on Ugly Betty. The research questions ask how this storyline challenges Latino representations and whether the show is consistent with the melting pot myth. The document details the method of textual analysis used and findings that Ignacio is portrayed as a "good immigrant" who is family-oriented, willing to follow rules, and rewards assimilation. However, it also notes the storyline sometimes reverts to stere