Civic Representation

ID: 3291 ~ Source: Fraga, Ernesto. Interviewed by Mark Firmin, March 26, 2009, in Waco, Texas. Baylor University Institute for Oral History. Access full interview here. 
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Fraga believed it was crucial to have representation of minority groups in local government and school boards. Not only did representation ensure that their needs and perspectives were being heard, it encouraged minority communities to get involved in local politics.

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By Katie Chakmakjian
A Chicano activist and founder of Tiempo newspaper, Ernesto Fraga worked tirelessly to advocate for the interests of Hispanic communities in Waco and Austin. Fraga’s family had a long history in Waco:…