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How Jose Sarria paved the way for gay candidates in the U.S.

This Hispanic Heritage Month, we return to our “Hidden Histories” series with a look at the legacy of Jose Sarria, a Latino American political activist and drag performer who left his mark on U.S. history by paving the way for gay candidates.

How Jose Sarria paved the way for gay candidates in the U.S.

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