Chicano Movement

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Who:
Mexican-Americans, Los Angeles high school students, Sal Castro, Rodolfo “Corky” Gonzales
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What:
Chicano is the reclaimed derogatory term for Mexican-Americans. RCG wrote “I am Joaquin,” a book that inspired many ppl to fight. Sal organized LA school walkouts where 10,000 students walked out to protest for better conditions and representation. These walkouts lasted 2 weeks.
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Where:
East LA schools, Southwest US
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Significance:
* fought for:
* against oppression
* cultural/ethnic pride
* better school & work opportunities
* inclusion