Summary
Cesar Chavez, a known US civil rights leader, has been accused of sexual abuse by Dolores Huerta and two other women. These allegations date back to the 1960s and 1970s, during which Chavez co-founded the United Farm Workers union. Events honoring Chavez have been canceled, and there are discussions about renaming Cesar Chavez Day.
Key Facts
- Cesar Chavez co-founded the United Farm Workers union and fought for farmworkers' rights.
- Dolores Huerta accused Chavez of manipulating and forcing her into sex in the 1960s.
- The New York Times published an investigation with claims from Huerta and two other women about Chavez's misconduct.
- Chavez died in 1993.
- Events for Cesar Chavez Day, held on March 31, have been canceled or renamed.
- California Governor Gavin Newsom supports the women coming forward and is open to renaming Cesar Chavez Day.
- The United Farm Workers stated they never received direct reports of Chavez's misconduct.
- The Cesar Chavez Foundation expressed shock and is working with farmworker leaders in response to the allegations.
