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politics2 years ago

Trailblazing L.A. politician Gloria Molina dies at 74 after cancer battle.

Gloria Molina, the first Chicana elected to the state Assembly, the Los Angeles City Council, and the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, died at the age of 74 after battling cancer for three years. Molina was a pioneering political leader who represented the people of Los Angeles and was noted as a vice chair of the Democratic National Committee. She was a proud Chicana and a product of the Pico Rivera community on Los Angeles County’s Eastside. Molina is survived by her daughter, husband, grandson, and siblings. A celebration of life is scheduled for June 3.

via NBC News|
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politics2 years ago

Trailblazing LA politician Gloria Molina dies at 74 after cancer battle.

Gloria Molina, a longtime political leader in Southern California, has died at the age of 74 after battling terminal cancer for three years. Molina served in various elected roles, including the California state Assembly, Los Angeles City Council, and Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors. She was the first Latina to serve on both the City Council and Board of Supervisors. Molina was born in Montebello to a Mexican mother and Mexican-American father and grew up in Pico-Rivera. She was a champion for women's health and spearheaded the establishment of Grand Park in downtown Los Angeles.

via KABC-TV|
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obituary2 years ago

Trailblazing Latina politician Gloria Molina dies at 74 after cancer battle.

Gloria Molina, a trailblazing politician and activist who was the first Chicana elected to the California Legislature, L.A. City Council, and the L.A. County Board of Supervisors, has died at the age of 74 after battling terminal cancer for three years. Molina was known for championing women and Latinos and breaking barriers throughout her career. City leaders, including Mayor Karen Bass, praised her impact on Los Angeles and the country. Molina's family said they are proud she will be remembered as a "Chicana activist." A public celebration of life will be forthcoming.

via KTLA Los Angeles|
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