These 8 Latino Democratic candidates could be historic firsts in Congress

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From becoming the first Afro-Latina or LGBTQ congresswoman to the first Native American veteran in Congress, these 8 Latino Democratic candidates running for House seats could make congressional history in November. - NBCLatino

Candace Valenzuela campaign, AP, CQ-Roll CallFrom becoming the first Afro-Latina or LGBTQ congresswoman to the first Native American veteran in Congress, these eight Latino Democratic candidates running for House seats could make congressional history in November.

"We've got to recognize the representation is not there," Gómez, who grew up in a mixed immigration status family in San Diego, told NBC News."Because of it, the issues that are critical to us are not being discussed."while running for Congress has made her more aware and committed to addressing inequities that have put vulnerable communities at a higher risk of surviving the health and economic consequences of the pandemic.

 

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NBCLatino And they can make history by not getting elected. They are regular people just like you and me.

NBCLatino Now do a story on how the co founder of ProjectLincoln is a registered Russian agent

NBCLatino I hope so if they are right for the job

NBCLatino ErrolWebber

NBCLatino There’s already been Native American veterans in Congress. Ben Nighthorse Campbell of the Cheyenne served in Korea and then served in the House and Senate. We need more Native American veterans in Congress, but they would be following the trail blazed by others. Can’t erase them

NBCLatino Yes!!!!!!

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