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Field Museum, U. of Illinois researchers reveal social assets of Chicago's Mexican immigrants

11-10-2006 · EurekAlert!

A new study, several years in the making, reveals that Mexican immigrants in the Chicagoland area possess a wealth of artistic and networking assets that contribute to the social and cultural vitality of neighborhoods, organizations and institutions. In addition, their participation in cultural and artistic activities stimulates economic activity, especially in the music industry and service sector.

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