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| | Carlos Cortez |
 | | Carlos Cortez was born in Milwaukee in 1923. |
 | | Cortez has been called a "genius at living." A construction laborer, factory worker, janitor, journalist, salesman, curator, printmaker and poet, he is actively involved in Chicago's Mexican community, helping many in need with his skills and inspiring through his art and poetry. |
 | | Cortez first pursued printmaking after he became involved with the International Workers of the World, for whom he drew cartoons and created posters. |
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