The Plague Of Education In Latin America

. In Latin American countries, schooling was not really as popular as working at a young age. Therefore, people would not have been aware of the history behind their land. Rivera would tell the story of the civilizations from before, and that would aid in the advancement of cultural awareness. This allowed for “A growing sense of Mexican nationalism.” (Patton, Charlie) The sense of pride towards one’s nationality was what the murals were also trying to achieve. With a greater pride, there was a higher chance of making their views heard.
“Rivera was frustrated that his paintings only seemed to be enjoyed by well-educated people who could afford his art for their homes.” (Vigil, Karen) There seems to be a correlation between the rich and educated,