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Labor activist Dolores Huerta dies at 96

Labor activist Dolores Huerta dies at 96

October 28, 2026 • Us • The Hill • 1 min read

Also reported by Newsweek, ABC News

Summary

Labor movement leader Dolores Huerta has died at age 96, her family announced Wednesday. Huerta founded the United Farm Workers alongside Cesar Chavez.

Key Facts

  • Huerta was 96 when she died.
  • Her family announced her death Wednesday.
  • The family shared the announcement on Instagram.
  • Huerta was a labor movement leader.
  • She founded the United Farm Workers alongside Cesar Chavez.
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