Which results of Spanish colonization in North America had results that can be seen today?

The Spaniards' policies became more humane to reduce conflict with Native Americans. As more settlements were established, more people moved to the region from Spain. The mixing of the Spanish and the natives formed a new blended culture. Hundreds of millions of people in South and North America still speak the Spanish language. Latin America is largely Roman Catholic. The culture and traditions of Spain influence the southwestern United States