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“In 1984, I turned to theater in the hopes of finding a more direct form of communication between me and my people.”

Quote by Cherrie Moraga

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Cherrie Moraga is an American writer known for her contributions to Latinx literature. Her works often explore issues of gender, race, and class, particularly the experiences of Latinx women. more

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