A seasoned certified carpenter turned community leader and civil rights activist. With three years of experience in the construction industry, Cortez's entrepreneurial spirit led him to establish his own construction company, "What Makes It Construction LLC," in 2020.
ntroducing Cortez Aaron Rice, a seasoned certified carpenter turned community leader and civil rights activist. With three years of experience in the construction industry, Cortez's entrepreneurial spirit led him to establish his own construction company, "What Makes It Construction LLC," in 2020.
Following the tragic murder of his close friend, George Floyd, whom Cortez and his children regarded as family, Cortez Rice became a passionate advocate against police brutality. As an active member of the NAACP Minneapolis chapter, he tirelessly fights for equal opportunity and legislative changes to uplift minorities in his community.
Cortez is not only a vocal activist but also a hands-on leader in his community. He founded "Twin City Revitalization," an organization dedicated to hosting charity events such as food drives, clothing giveaways, and outreach to the homeless. Additionally, he created "United We Walk," leading peaceful protests and marches across the nation to honor victims of police brutality.
In a remarkable display of dedication, Cortez walked 1,042 miles over 22 days from Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Washington, paying homage to George Floyd and all those whose lives have been tragically taken by police violence. Cortez Rice's unwavering commitment to justice and community empowerment serves as an inspiration to all who stand alongside him in the fight for a more equitable and just society.
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