Fidel Martinez

editorial director of Latino initiatives at LA Times

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De Los, launched this month, aims to cover stories written by and for Latinos in LA and beyond. The content will all be free.

De Los: New LA Times section aims to uplift Latino voices

De Los, launched this month, aims to cover stories written by and for Latinos in LA and beyond. The content will all be free.

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