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Esther J. Cepeda: Why many Latinos distrust doctors, especially during COVID

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Apr 30, 2022
Apr 30, 2022

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Esther J. Cepeda
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Esther J. Cepeda: Yes it does matter how you feel about a math problem

In 2010, most school districts began to recognize the need to adopt the Common Core Curricul…

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Esther J. Cepeda: Ketanji Brown Jackson's historic moment didn't get its due

We didn’t make enough of a deal about Ketanji Brown Jackson.

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Esther J. Cepeda: Madison embraces leaders of color

Madison moves fast.

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Cepeda, of Madison, can be reached at ejc@estherjcepeda.com and @estherjcepeda.

In this Series

Cepeda columns

May 6, 2022
Esther J. Cepeda: 3 tips for Madison as I say goodbye
Apr 30, 2022
Esther J. Cepeda: Why many Latinos distrust doctors, especially during COVID
Apr 23, 2022
Esther J. Cepeda: Yes it does matter how you feel about a math problem
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