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Sen. Menendez reflects on being the son of Cuban immigrants, being raised in Union City

As News 12 New Jersey highlights Hispanic Heritage Month, Sen. Bob Menendez tells his story of being the son of Cuban immigrants and being raised in Union City.

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Oct 4, 2020, 12:42 PM

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