
Norman Mineta’s Political Beginnings
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In 1971, Norman Mineta's political career took off in California.
In 1971, Norman Mineta's political career took off in California where he ran and won election for mayor of San Jose, becoming one of the few Asian-Americans in office during this time.
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Norman Mineta’s Political Beginnings
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In 1971, Norman Mineta's political career took off in California where he ran and won election for mayor of San Jose, becoming one of the few Asian-Americans in office during this time.
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