Ruben Salazar: The Chicano Movement

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The Chicano movement would not have had the same amount of momentum and persistence had it not been for its prominent leader. Ruben Salazar was a very articulate Chicano, who served in Vietnam. When he came home, he saw the injustices to Mexican-Americans. There were many examples of Chicano excellence, stemming from Ruben Salazar and his journalism. La Revista, a collection of poems, stories and artwork synonymous to Mexican culture. This multitude of pieces of art is the Spring 2002 issue, features Chicanos who live in Santa Cruz county, and some adolescents from the East coast. This collection was made possible by people who believed in cultural consciousness, and the fluid voices of Latino culture. Ruben Salazar was a loud voice in the

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