{"product_id":"latinas-gender-race-class-struggles-in-21st-century-usa-vol-2-9798987651155","title":"Latinas: Gender, Race, \u0026 Class: Struggles in 21st Century USA, Vol. 2","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eLatinas: Gender, Race, and Class-Struggles in 21st Century USA, Vol. 2\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e celebrates the spirit and resilience of Latinas navigating the complex intersections of class, race, and gender that shape their lives. The COVID-19 pandemic starkly illuminated the extraordinary challenges Black, Indigenous, and working-class Latinas face as essential workers on the frontlines and within their homes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeaturing thirty-five contributors -authors, poets, activists, and artists- this compelling collection delves into the rich tapestry of Latina experiences. At its core is the concept of \"intersectionality,\" emphasizing the interconnected nature of systemic oppression and the urgent need for collective action to achieve meaningful change. Exploring both new themes and historical legacies, the volume amplifies the activism of Latinas in ongoing battles for women's rights, economic and racial justice and struggles against colonialism and imperialism.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe anthology documents Latina experiences in today's turbulent political climate, engaging with issues and concerns that resonate across borders and boundaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eLatinas: Gender, Race, and Class-Struggles in 21st Century USA, Vol. 2\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a testament to power of storytelling, feminist collaboration, and the enduring pursuit of freedom and justice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelections from contributors: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"I will untangle the cobwebs of history and memory-of beauty and betrayal.\" ANG?LICA MARIA YA?EZ, Chicana professor and poet\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Violence is climate change and child labor, it is femicide and food insecurity, deforestation and defunding of public schools.\" LOLA ROSARIO, Puerto Rican freelance journalist and poet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"The process of organizing ... highlighted the urgency of rebuilding a strong anti-imperialist, internationalist struggle in the United States.\" CLAUDIA DE LA CRUZ, Dominican mother, popular educator, organizer, and theologian.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"What is the fuel that will sustain us and our organizing toward a fundamental transformation of society?\" PAULA X. ROJAS, Chilean-born community organizer, midwife, and social justice trainer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompiled and edited by: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIris Morales\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eis a lifelong activist, \u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eeducator, filmmaker, author, and editor of several anthologies. She is a graduate of New York University Law School and holds an MFA in Integrated Media Arts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKarina Hurtado-Ocampo\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eis a filmmaker and (screen)writer. They have supported grassroots organizations and public television in social justice programming.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eList of Contributors \u003c\/strong\u003e(In alphabetical order)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNatasha Acevedo, Soledad Aguilar Colon, Gammy ?lvarez, Andrea Bol?var, Mili Bonilla, Tiffany Joy Butler, Ana Sof?a Campos Calder?n, Gisele Castro, Rosa Alicia Clemente, Karla Cordero, Molly Crabapple, Claudia De la Cruz, Susi Dur?n, Karina Hurtado-Ocampo, Mar Erazo Petroff, Ximena Leyte Escalante-D?vila, Marisa Franco, Magdalena G?mez, Lucia Mart?nez, Iris Morales, Zoila Morell, Lenina Nadal, Myrna Nieves, Sandy Pl?cido, Yvette Ram?rez, Aisha Aurora Rivera, Carmen Rivera, Peggy Robles-Alvarado, Paula X. Rojas, Danielle Rodriguez, Lola Rosario, Irene Franco Rubio, Gia Santos, Keala Uchoa, Gabby Womack, and Angelica M. 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