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" Latinos and Latinas at risk : "
Gabriel Gutiérrez, editor
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BL
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627123
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Latinos and Latinas at risk : : issues in education, health, community, and justice /\ Gabriel Gutiérrez, editor
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2 volumes (xviii, 828 pages) :: illustrations ;; 26 cm
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9780313399251
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: 0313399255
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9780313399268
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Includes bibliographical references and index
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Volume 1: Latinos and Latinas: an overview -- Cultural diversity and public policy -- Migration and immigration -- The economy, politics, and social justice -- Volume 2: Health issues and community transformation -- Education -- Arts, literature, entertainment, and youth culture -- Media literacy
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"Many noted experts explore the ideology behind this prejudicial attitude, examining how America views Latinos/as, how Latinos/as view themselves, and what the future of America will look like as this group progresses toward equitable treatment. Through the exploration process, the book reveals the complexity and diversity of this community, tracing the historical trajectories of those whose diverse points of origin could be from almost anywhere, including the Americas, Europe, or other places. Written with contemporary issues at the forefront, this timely collection looks at the resolve of the Latino people and considers their histories, contributions, concerns, and accomplishments. Pointed essays address disparate quality-of-life issues in education, health, and economic stability while depicting individual and group efforts in overcoming barriers to mainstream American society. Each chapter discusses key challenge areas for the Latino American population in everyday life. An engaging 'Further Investigations' feature poses questions about most of the essays, leading to critical thinking about the most important topics affecting Latino/as today"--Publisher's website
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Hispanic Americans-- Social conditions-- 21st century
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Hispanic Americans-- Politics and government-- 21st century
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Hispanic Americans-- Education
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Hispanic Americans-- Health and hygiene
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United States, Ethnic relations
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305.868/073
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E184.S75L3676 2015
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Gutiérrez, Gabriel,1967-
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