Benjamin Marquez
The Politics of Patronage: Lawyers, Philanthropy, and the Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund
The Politics of Patronage: Lawyers, Philanthropy, and the Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund
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The first book about the Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund (MALDEF), its influential work for the Latina/o community, and the issues stemming from its dependence on large philanthropic organizations.
Format: Hardback
Length: 184 pages
Publication date: 20 July 2021
Publisher: University of Texas Press
The Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund (MALDEF) is a groundbreaking organization that has made significant contributions to the Latina/o community. Founded in 1968, it serves as a vital source of legal defense and advocacy for Latinas/os facing educational, state immigration laws, redistricting, employment discrimination, and immigrant rights issues. Unlike the NAACP, MALDEF was established in collaboration with the larger philanthropic structure of the Ford Foundation, a relationship that has sparked both controversy and criticism.
In his comprehensive book, Benjamin Márquez delves into the history, achievements, and challenges of MALDEF. Through meticulous research, he unravels the organization's journey and its role as a powerful voice for the Latina/o community over its six decades of operation. Márquez also examines the significant investments made by the Ford Foundation, Rockefeller Foundation, and other philanthropic organizations, exploring how their ties to MALDEF have shaped Mexican American and Latinx politics.
This book is a testament to the impact of external funding on the articulation of minority identities and the complexities involved in creating change through institutional means. It sheds light on the challenges faced by organizations like MALDEF in navigating the political landscape and advocating for their constituents. By providing a detailed account of MALDEF's history and its relationship with philanthropic organizations, this book offers valuable insights into the dynamics of minority advocacy and the ongoing struggle for social justice.
Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781477323298
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