Category: Biographies

Towards Social Justice: Elizabeth ‘Betita’ Martinez and the Institute for MultiRacial Justice

“Elizabeth ‘Betita’ Martinez is a national and international treasure. Her life and work provide a model of internationalism and solidarity, as well as local organizing. ‘Think globally, act locally’ was her practice long before the slogan was created. From work … Continue reading →

Towards Anti-Racist Politics and Practice: a racial autobiography

part one: “Don’t you know what color you are?” As I walked that picket line, in front of the administration office, I could feel the anxiety and tension growing. I knew that it would be unpopular to protest for Chicano … Continue reading →