Racial Theory: José Martí, José Vasconelos, and the Beliefs that Shaped Latin America

Authors

• Jose Renteria, CSUSB

Document Type

Article

Abstract

This essay compares and contrasts the racial theories of José Martí and José Vasconcelos. It analyzes the social conditions each experienced in their respective time period and location, as well as explaining how such exposures led to their racial understandings and political agendas. The study primarily reveals how nationalistic movements developed due to their influential ideologies, and how both intellectuals influenced other prominent Latin American figures. Lastly, it sheds light on the elements of Martí’s and Vasconcelos’ ideals that continue to survive.

Recommended Citation

Renteria, Jose (2014) "Racial Theory: José Martí, José Vasconelos, and the Beliefs that Shaped Latin America," History in the Making: Vol. 7, Article 5.
Available at: https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/history-in-the-making/vol7/iss1/5