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Arts Jul 11

How the writer behind the comic strip ‘Baldo’ blends humor with humanity

By John Yang

A Mexican-American artist on why more brown faces are needed in children’s books

Duncan Tonatiuh chooses protagonists and stories that are seldom sought for young audiences.

By Joshua Barajas

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High Tech High School Pushes Hispanic Students to Become Top Achievers

A San Diego charter high school is aiming to close the education gaps between students of immigrant families and their counterparts by motivating them to acquire business and science skills and pursue college degrees. Paul Solman offers the latest in…

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Essayist Examines Art of a Former Migrant Worker

NewsHour Essayist Richard Rodriguez looks at drawings of an artist who was a Mexican-American migrant worker.

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Nation May 29

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