A group of grandparents from remote areas of the southern Mexican state of Oaxaca who had gone decades without seeing their children who emigrated to California traveled to Los Angeles for a visit. This gathering, called “Family Guelaguetza — Cultural Ambassadors,” was organized by government entities on both sides of the border. The purpose was to encourage new generations of Oaxacans that have emigrated to the United States to maintain their cultural heritage. Ruben Tapia spoke to several participating families during a welcome dinner.
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