Thesis 

The murals and posters of the Chicano Art Movement of the 1960s through 70s communicated a new political consciousness by affirming the common struggle of Mexican Americans and their unity as a group, which empowered communities to demand social reform through collective action. This message, empowerment through reinforcing the Chicanx identity, continues to be conveyed in the artwork of modern Chicanx artists as they create diverse artworks that can be critical of society, have a political message, or celebrate the history and cultural life of their communities.