Carlos Cortez | |
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| Born | 1923 Milwaukee, Wisconsin |
| Died | January 19, 2005 81 years old |
| Nationality | Mexican/Native/German |
| Other names | Koyokuikatl |
| Citizenship | American |
| Occupation(s) | Poet, printmaker, graphic artist, photographer, songwriter, editor, muralist, political activist |
| Known for | Poetry, songs and unique political artistry with linoleum |
| Spouse | Marianna Cortez |
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Carlos Cortez (August 13, 1923 – January 19, 2005) was a postwar and contemporary artist who was also a poet, printmaker, graphic artist, photographer, songwriter, editor, muralist, and political activist. He was a member of the Industrial Workers of the World. Cortez had an extraordinary life with active political parents who taught him about pacifism and socialism. He followed his parents' path and became active in the IWW.