Spanish lessons during the Trump presidency | The Best Money I Ever Spent
As a Latina, the uneven Spanish Mara Theresa Hart carried since childhood no longer felt like enough.
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Show Notes
Language and identity are tightly intertwined. Which is why for Latina writer Maria Theresa Hart, conquering the Spanish language was something she’s tried to achieve since childhood. When Trump was elected in 2016, she decided to double down on her commitment.
Read Maria’s essay here: https://www.vox.com/the-goods/2020/8/4/21348704/spanish-classes-latina-trump-america-english
This episode was made by:
- Writer: Maria Theresa Hart
- Editor: Alanna Okun
- Producers: Schuyler Swenson, Sofi LaLonde
- Engineer: Paul Mounsey
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