Oral History Interview with Lionel Rivera

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NarratorRivera, LionelInterviewerGraham, RosemaryDate2004-10-08SubjectHispanicsMinoritiesRacismIsaac, Robert M., 1928-2008.Cities and towns--GrowthPolitics and governmentMilitary serviceLanguageENESCollectionDe Donde EresOral HistoriesDescriptionOral history interview with Lionel Rivera, Colorado Springs Mayor and former president of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Rivera recalls his childhood in a large family from Santa Fe, their cultural celebrations, and his school years. Rivera also describes his activities in politics in the state of Colorado, which were inspired by his desire to address issues facing Hispanics and racism. LocationColorado Springs (Colo.)Duration0:34:32Rightshttp://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/PublisherPikes Peak Library District

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Date Digital2006-08-05Resource Typesound, interview FormatvideoOriginal FormatDVD

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