Im half-Mexican, but I pass for White. Heres what it feels like to inhabit two racial identiti

Publish date: 2024-08-26

Most people don’t know I’m Mexican until I tell them. I look white and have a white last name. I am fiercely proud of my heritage, but can’t fully immerse myself due to a language barrier. I have unique experiences with Mexico that I hold near and dear: food, places and family. And I have family members directly affected by dangerous policies from the Trump administration. How can I use my privilege to help?

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