Remembering the Zoot Suit Riots | June 3 1943 81 years ago this week, the streets of Los Angeles were filled with violence—not because of war abroad, but because of racism at home. The Zoot Suit Riots were a series of brutal attacks led by U.S. servicemen against young Mexican Americans, many of whom wore zoot suits—bold symbols of cultural pride and resistance. These riots weren't just about fashion. They revealed deep racial tensions, discrimination, and the criminalization of Latino youth during World War II. Media portrayed Mexican Americans as "un-American," and instead of protecting its citizens, law enforcement blamed the victims. 🎙️ Today, we honor the resilience of the Pachucos and Pachucas, and we remember that what we wear, how we speak, and where we come from should never be used to define our worth or question our place in this country. 🧵 Their story is part of our collective fight for dignity and justice. Let us learn. Let us remember. Let us rise. ✊🏽 #ZootSuitRiots #LatinoHistory #CivilRights #NeverForget #ZootSuit #LatinxHistory #ALASI #SomosHistoria (fb)

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