Manny Cruz is a Massachusetts State Representative for the 7th Essex District, representing Salem. Born and raised in Salem, he made history as the first Afro-Latino Dominican person to hold this seat and the first Latino or person of color to represent one of the most historic areas in the Commonwealth in Salem's 300-year history.
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About
Family & Heritage
Born and raised in Salem, Massachusetts. Dominican heritage. First Latino/person of color to represent Salem in its 300-year history.
Political Career
Before Politics
Advocacy director for Latinos for Education Massachusetts; district director for State Rep. Paul Tucker; legislative aide to State Rep. Juana Matias; ranger at Salem Maritime National Historic Site (National Park Service)
Education
B.A. Political Science and Government, Northeastern University (2016)
Key Issues & Priorities
Education equity
Latino advocacy
Community development
Public service