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Dolores Huerta, the Labor Activist Behind the Slogan '¡Sí, Se Puede!'
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At 91, Dolores Huerta, the activist who inspired Barack Obama's "Yes, we can" campaign, continues to work tirelessly developing leaders and advocating for the working poor, women and children.
Why Xenophobia Thrives in Troubled Times
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Xenophobia, or the fear of immigrants and strangers, has a long history across the globe. What makes this prejudice so prominent throughout history?
How Cesar Chavez United Thousands of Farmworkers and Became a Civil Rights Icon
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Cesar Chavez was able to do something nobody before him could — organize farmworkers through nonviolent resistance. We look at his life and legacy.
How Spanglish Works
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A hybrid of English and Spanish known as Spanglish can be heard in many predominantly Hispanic areas as well as on TV and in movies. Learn where it came from and how it works.
From Sack Coats to Trucker Hats: 100 Years of Men's Fashion
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Men's fashion has changed a great deal over the past 100 years. Take a look at men's fashion trends from different time periods at HowStuffWorks.
How Mexican Traditions Work
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Many Mexican traditions go back for hundreds of years. Read about Mexican traditional food, clothing, music and more at HowStuffWorks.
Are You an Expert in American Traditions?
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Have you ever been noodling? What do you eat on New Year's Day? Do you know what to wear to the Kentucky Derby? If you fancy yourself an authority on American traditions, we dare you to pass this quiz!
How Lowriders Work
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Lowriders are modified cars with suspensions that can be raised and lowered. Learn about lowriders, different types of suspensions and lowrider life.
Can You Identify These Celebrities If We Make Them Bald?
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Be it for an acting role or hair loss, sometimes those luscious locks have to come off. These celebrities might not want their head skinned, but it's happening anyway. Will you still be able to identify them? Let's find out!