Capturing the experiences of Latinos across the U.S. and world cannot be easily accomplished through one perspective. We need diverse voices to articulate their journeys.
With the poems below, 10 spoken word artists explore the complexities of bicultural identity, challenge stereotypes, and celebrate the richness of Latinos’ diverse and varied identities.
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"Afro-Latina" by Elizabeth Acevedo
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"When You Say My Name" by Zachary Caballero
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"Accents" by Denice Frohman
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"Brief History" by Jose Soto
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"Brown Girl" by Yesika Salgado
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"My Blood Is Beautiful" by Mercedez Holtry
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