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“What writer Audre Lorde says to black men and women is true for all of us: "If we do not define ourselves, we will be defined by others for their use and to our detriment." Our country and perhaps all human history is a pattern of oppression, repression, suppression, subjugation. Racism is part of our heritage, reminding us that not all aspects of a culture should be preserved.”

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Book:Nepantla: Essays from the Land in the Middle
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Nepantla: Essays from the Land in the Middle

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Pat Mora
Pat Mora

Pat Mora is an American author born in 1942. Her works focus on children's literature and have gained widespread popularity. Mora's books often explore themes of multiculturalism and family values, and have been translated into multiple languages and spread globally. more

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