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Loteria
Loteria is Spanish for lottery and the first games of this type came over from Spain in the 1700s. At…
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Our Society
I’m Supposed to Appear Mexican
If America is a melting pot then Mexico is a thick soup. I like to think of it as a…
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Our Society
Chaka: Vandalism and the art of graffiti
It’s impossible to say exactly when graffiti art goes from vandalism to collectible. When it comes to something as subjective…
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Popular culture
Zoot Suit Riot
I would much rather see a bunch of guys hanging around in suits, even if they are ill-fitting suits, than…
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Los Angeles & CA
The Spanglish of the cholo
This isn’t the typical Spanglish where one might say carro instead of coche, or always answer with “que” when “mande…
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Our Society
Fútbol, not Football
I may have gone to school in Orange County but I knew the basics of soccer far before I understood…
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Mexico
Do They Celebrate That In Mexico?
Of course, as demonstrated with Christmas, the extent to which these events are celebrated may vary. There are some holidays…
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El Cholo
Never talk to cholos about football other than saying you love the Raiders, for two reasons: the Raiders suck, and…
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Popular culture
Novelas: TV for Audiences who can be Satisfied
Novelas are always convoluted love stories with twists and turns in the plot. Generally you will see a couple kissing…
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Our Society
My first experience with a quinceañera celebration started with car trouble by Eric Valenzuela
Sometimes she will wear simple flats which her father will replace with heels. She may carry a doll dress just…
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