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Faces of Voters — A Portrait Photo Series

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Diversify Our Narrative: Social Activism in the Digital Age

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When I was in the tenth grade, my Honors English teacher…
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Altering the Standard

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In a capitalist society, companies adopt differing values to distinguish and establish themselves within niche communities. The fashion industry is no exception—leading some companies to prioritize uniqueness, quality, and net profit. 
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Brought To You by Small Business

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Proudly representing their culture and identity while excelling at contributing billions to the US economy, small Latinx-owned businesses are booming.
illustration of Raini Rodriguez and "Rosa" (aka Adam Martinez)

The Evolution of Memes

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As Latinxs, there are many stereotypes and generalizations…
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Disproportioned

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In the affluent Westwood, Los Angeles, I find myself surrounded…
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The US and the Growing Food Gap

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The food gap between the rich and the poor in American society is growing and there doesn’t seem to be an end in sight.
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Koreatown: and the Impact of Cultural Displacement

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Two years ago, I visited the newly opened, hip and fresh vegan burger joint, located just a few streets from my childhood apartment. As I entered, the environment was lively and welcoming.
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How Communities of Color are Affected by Environmental Injustice

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On January 15, 2020, Delta Air Lines pilots dumped airplane fuel over Cudahy, an area of Southeast Los Angeles that is home to the sixth largest Latinx population in LA County, and landed across six schools.
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Se te hizo chistoso cuando….

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Una riza debe de consolar el alma de todo lo malo en la vida.…