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Judy Baca and the Power of Murals in Los Angeles
Judy Baca, an American Chicana artist and activist, discusses the inspiration behind her powerful mural work, such as the monumental "The Great Wall of Los Angeles," which stretches half a mile in the San Fernando Valley. She also reflects on her long-standing friendship with Cheech, which began in high school and has grown through their mutual dedication to Chicano art.
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