Cuevas, Jose 2001-02-01
Jose Cuevas talks about the difference between growing up in Texas and Colorado and the prejudice and racism he experienced growing up as a Hispanic in mainly Anglo communities. He then talks about the business he opened and his work in politics.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Jose Cuevas
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Date: February 01, 2001
Location: Midland, Texas
Interviewer: Daniel Sanchez
Length: 00:39:13
Abstract
Background; Born in Kingsville; Family background; Early education; Racism; Growing up; In sports; Child and young adult memories; Extra curricular activities; Role models; College; Move to Midland, TX; Building careers in politics and business; Growing business; Beginning career in politics; Ethnicity in politics; Loans; Other recollections; Civic Organizations; Hispanic role models; Ambitions and hope; View on giving; Change in leadership.
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