Archive - The Daily Chela

Chicanos: A Legacy of Sacrifice, Struggle, and Activism

The Vietnam War was more than just a conflict—it was a crucible that forged a stronger, more unified Chicano identity.

10 hrs ago • Brandon Loran Maxwell

The Fascinating History Of The Mexican Flag

The Mexican flag has undergone numerous changes over the years.

Mar 4 • The Daily Chela and Gustavo Vazquez-Lozano

Bombs, Boycotts, and Ballot Boxes

Welcome to the Daily Chela Newsletter. The #1 newsletter for Mexican American voices, news, and culture in the country.

Mar 2

February 2026

Firme Friday: TJ Churches Help Asylum Seekers

Although the route to Tijuana from Central America is longer than other major ports of entries, migrants often choose the 2,5000-mile journey for…

Feb 27 • The Daily Chela

How Los Niños Héroes Became a National Legend

The actual events were messier—and far more human—than the polished legend.

Feb 27 • The Daily Chela and Gustavo Vazquez-Lozano

The First Chicano College: A Forgotten Chapter in American Education

Although Colegio César Chávez no longer exists, its influence remains significant in the broader history of Chicano education and civil rights.

Feb 25 • The Daily Chela

The Battle Of Los Angeles

By the mid-19th century, “el pueblo de Los Ángeles” was California’s only significant settlement, home to about two thousand Mexican inhabitants.

Feb 23 • The Daily Chela

Myths and Legends of Pancho Villa

Though not historically accurate, the many legends of "Pancho Villa" reflect a deeper truth about the man originally born as Doroteo Arango.

Feb 22 • Gustavo Vazquez-Lozano

Firme Friday: Why Chicanos Still Love Oldies

For younger listeners, supporting this new wave of Chicano soul is a way of honoring what came before.

Feb 20 • The Daily Chela

FBI Surveillance Raises Concerns Over Civil Liberties

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Feb 18 • The Daily Chela

Chicanos Are Revolutionizing Motorcycle Culture

"Viclas" are about freedom, hard work, expression, and brotherhood.

Feb 16 • Brandon Loran Maxwell

Latino Voters, Government Shutdown, Cuba Pressure - The News You Need

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Feb 16

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