COMIC: Voices of Resistance: Celebrating Latino Leaders

September 24, 2025 Noah Guevara Arts/Culture, Comics, Opinions 0

Text reads, “Guevara was an Argentinian-Cuban revolutionary and guerilla leader who believed in the liberation of Latin America. He was a prominent figure in the Cuban revolution, and traveled to assist other countries including the Democratic Republic of Congo to fight for their freedom.” On the left side there is an illustration of Che Guevara using an assortment of colors with large paint streaks and paint splatters behind him. On the right side there is an illustration of two flags. The top right flag is the Argentinean flag and the bottom right flag is the Cuban flag.

Text reads, “Rivera was an advocate for the inclusion of transgender people of color in the movement for gay rights. She led a series of protests, and when legislation was passed protecting gay rights, she fought to ensure the trans community would be heard, especially those from marginalized groups. Rivera gave back to her community and worked towards ensuing equal rights for everyone.” On the left side there is an illustration of three flags. The top left flag is the Puerto Rican flag, the middle left flag is the transgender flag and the bottom left flag is the Venezolano flag. On the right side there is an illustration of Sylvia Rivera using an assortment of colors with large paint streaks and paint splatters behind her.

Text reads, “Huerta and Cháves were two of the largest figures in the Chicano civil rights movement. Both fought for better wages and working conditions for the Latino community in the U.S., organizing labor unions, boycotts, strikes and marches to fight for justice.” On the left side there is an illustration of Dolores Huerta holding up a sign with the word “HUELGA” printed on it using an assortment of colors with large paint streaks and paint splatters behind her. In the bottom right corner there is an illustration of Cesar Chaves speaking out using an assortment of colors with large paint streaks and paint splatters behind him. In the top right corner, there is an illustration of the Mexican flag.

Text reads, “Larrazolo was one of the first Latino Americans to serve in the U.S. senate, and served in the 1910s and 20s. He devoted his life to achieving equity in education for Spanish-speaking Americans. He also secured the inclusion of a provision recognizing Spanish as it was used in conducting public business in New Mexico's constitution.”On the left side there is an illustration of Octaviano Larrazolo using an assortment of colors with large paint streaks and paint splatters behind him. In the bottom right corner, there is an illustration of the Mexican flag.
Five prominent Latino activists and what they fought for. Each panel serves as a reminder of what Latino activists have been able to accomplish throughout time in the fight for equity for the Latino community (Illustration by Noah Guevara).
About Noah Guevara 11 Articles
Noah Guevara is a first-year from Dallas, Texas. He is majoring in Biology on the pre-vet track. Noah seeks to bring awareness about disabilities/accessibility and and visual clarity to his audience. Can be found wheeling around or stomping with a cane, always willing to say hi. Contact Noah via email [email protected]

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