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“He was called a troublemaker and a teacher who for years provided a powerful voice that forced Latino issues to the forefront of Tri-City officials agendas.
This week, the Tri-Cities Hispanic community lost that voice when Peter “Pete” Garcia Chacon died at his Finley home. But the 76-year-old activist left behind a legacy and a message that lives on through those he stood up for.”
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