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The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Journalism professor uses art to reconnect with Chicano roots

Journalism professor uses art to reconnect with Chicano roots
Michael Kitada created, “Lest We Forget”, a fine art piece that commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Chicano Moratorium.
Ashley Grams, Deputy News Editor • September 29, 2020

Tens of thousands of protestors filled the streets of East Los Angeles and marched down Whittier Boulevard on Aug. 29, 1970. They carried signs which read “abrazos no balazos” and raised their fists to represent Chicano power.  The demonstrators made their way to Laguna Park and violence...