Manuel A. Garcia Mendez

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Manuel A. García Méndez was born in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. He was a recognized businessman, lawyer, and politician.

[edit] Family

He came from a numerous family, in which several siblings were recognized politicians in Puerto Rico. Among them were Miguel A. García Méndez and Juan B. García Méndez.

[edit] Politics

As Senator, he was responsible for introducing Law Number 74 of 1929, which gave women the right to vote.