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“We're all self-destructive when we're young. We all rebel. If we don't, there's something wrong. But when a Chicano kid's in a rebellious state, he has nowhere to go but to put himself in jeopardy with the police. When a kid who has some class privilege rebels, he's in a beautiful room and he can buy these horrible CDs and drugs. He's buffered from being a criminal.”

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Jimmy Santiago Baca

Born on January 2, 1952, Jimmy Santiago Baca is a renowned poet whose work vividly portrays the life of the American Latinx community, particularly the experiences of Mexican Americans. Baca's poetry is known for its strong emotions and profound insights, often exploring themes of race, class, and social justice. more

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