LOS LOBOS
I’m sorry Calendar decided to highlight the quote from the Cal State L.A. student who finds that Los Lobos’ success was attained “in spite” of their race (“The American Dream Lives in Los Lobos,” by Victor Valle, Jan. 25).
It’d be more correct to say that in spite of the great obstacles placed before talented and dedicated non-Anglos, this band from East L.A. has fused the wonderful “happy” Mexican music with country, rock ‘n’ roll and blues to develop a really enjoyable sound.
The pride in their music shines through not in spite of but because of their race. And my pride in their success is just as shiny.
ANNA MARIA PINGARRON
East Los Angeles
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