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[BEST OF] The Young Lords: Revolution in the Barrio

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The Activism and Legacy of the Young Lords

This chapter examines the pivotal role of the Young Lords in advocating for social justice and human rights within their community, particularly emphasizing the contributions of women in leadership. It explores the organization's challenges, including internal divisions and external pressures from state forces such as COINTELPRO, which ultimately led to its decline. The discussion also highlights the enduring legacy of the Young Lords on contemporary movements and the ongoing struggle for equity and representation.

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