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This oral history interview with Rey Arturo Esparza-Álvarez, conducted on June 19, 2025, documents his life journey from Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua, Mexico, to Cleveland, Ohio, and his leadership role as President of Comité Mexicano de Cleveland. Esparza discusses his birth in 1975 in a low-income community, his educational experiences moving between Mexican and U.S. school systems, and his path from electrical engineering studies to a career in computer science software engineering. He details…

John Rivera-Resto reflects on his Cleveland roots and upbringing in Puerto Rico, detailing his journey as an artist. He discusses his early artistic experiences, perspectives on "propaganda art," and the community impact he aims to achieve through his work. The conversation includes insights into his notable mural, "It's Up To Us," his involvement with LatinUs Theater, and his ventures into filmmaking. Additionally, he provides guidance for aspiring artists, highlighting the significance of…