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Puerto Rican Activists Took Over the Statue of Liberty

In this episode of “I Was There”, a series that highlights personal experiences in historical moments, VICE meets with Chino. Chino, a Puerto Rican-Cuban activist, was part of a pivotal demonstration in which the Statue of Liberty was taken over. Chino shares this experience during his youth and its consequences on his community, as well as his own journey as an activist.

English
  • Originally Aired July 4, 2020
  • Runtime 6 minutes
  • Network YouTube
  • Production Company VICE Media
  • Created November 27, 2025 by
    AddingStuffIsFun
  • Modified November 27, 2025 by
    AddingStuffIsFun