On Chat Box, David Cruz talks with actor, producer and comedian John Leguizamo about his new three-part PBS series, “VOCES American Historia: The Untold History of Latinos.”

Leguizamo and Ben DeJesus, the series’ director and producer, discuss the importance of recognizing the overlooked contributions of the Latino community to our nation’s history. Leguizamo also discusses why he’s not afraid to speak up when it comes to his political views.

Then, Assemblywoman Shavonda Sumter (D-Passaic) talks about the need to address disparities in access to state business for minority- and women-owned businesses in New Jersey.

Watch Chat Box on the NJ Spotlight News YouTube channel Thursdays at 6 p.m., and on NJ PBS Saturdays at 6:30 p.m. and Sundays at 10:30 a.m.