Happy #HispanicHeritageMonth!
Each week this month, we’ll be highlighting a Hispanic Nevadan who exemplifies the tremendous contributions Hispanics have made and continue to make to our state.
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First up:
@SenCortezMasto, who is the definition of a trailblazer. She is the first woman elected to the Senate from NV, and the first Latina ever elected to the Senate. I’m proud to serve with my friend, and will continue to fight alongside her for Nevada’s hardworking families.pic.twitter.com/kyl2XohxWj
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Geoconda Arguello-Kline is Secretary-Treasurer for the @Culinary226 union – one of the most dynamic & diverse unions in today’s labor movement.
She immigrated from Nicaragua in 1979 & has been organizing & winning for working families in NV for decades. #HispanicHeritageMonthpic.twitter.com/VmzV5yZwKw
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Mari Chuy’s Mexican Kitchen is a staple of Reno’s Midtown District. Jesus “Chuy” Gutierrez owns this restaurant known for its warm atmosphere & community commitment. He's one of the many Hispanic small business owners in NV helping to make our state thrive!
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The East Las Vegas Library is an exciting and welcoming facility, thanks in no small part to Salvador Avila. Salvador has written books on serving Latino teens, earned Librarian of the Year awards, and is committed to fighting for our immigrant communities.
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