It's a word that has been both embraced and scorned by Latinos. It sparks conversations about identity, gender and privilege. Its use has led to innumerable social media spats, and the debate shows no sign of dying down. The word in question is “Latinx”
It seems to be a common misconception that, by adopting the term Latinx, people will have to drop other forms of self-identification.
Conversations about Latinx, Scharrón-del Río believes, often reveal who is privileged, because people who do not have a history of being excluded may not understand the importance of being included. “As Latinos, we pride ourselves on the strength of our family ties,” she said. “Using Latinx is a way to bring visibility to people who have been marginalized and who we have not taken care of as part of our families.
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