The heritage of Spanish and Portuguese colonialism and the legacy of slavery inclined Latin American societies toward the establishment of hierarchical distinctions based on ethnicity and color.

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This is true. The history of colonization and slavery in Latin America has led to a lasting impact on the social, political, and economic structures in the region. Ethnic and racial hierarchies continue to exist in many Latin American societies.

The Heritage of Spanish and Portuguese Colonialism and the Legacy