While the majority of the Hispanic population identifies themselves as Mexican-Americans, one of the fastest rising groups is the Puerto Rican population counting in at just fewer than ten percent (Current). Luckily, I have had the honor of becoming friends with members of this uprising group. ... I wanted to gather and document their thoughts on assimilation and how they identify themselves. ... When I asked Ms. ... She answered similarly when I asked how she identified herself. ...

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My ancestors were also forbid to enter certain places with signs on the doors that read "No Mexicans Allowed." ... Changes in my community mean that now my ancestors are able shop at any store, and to live and work wherever they want to, or wherever is available. ... At first I really did not want to believe that it was racism or even discrimination until a football meeting that was held at our local Latino Chambers of Commerce. ... There are not as many inequities in my community as there are in other communities, so I think that is a big plus. ... I really don't think that I wou...

• Word Count: 1550
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• Grade Level: Undergraduate