In March 2026, allegations of sexual abuse were raised against American labor leader Cesar Chavez. Chavez, who died in 1993, co-founded United Farm Workers, a trade union for farmworkers notable for i
Chavez in 1972
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Cesar Chavez Day is a U.S. federal commemorative holiday, proclaimed by President Barack Obama in 2014. The holiday celebrates the birth and legacy of the civil rights and labor movement activist Cesa
Cesar Chavez sexual abuse allegations
…2026, United Farm Workers learned of sexual abuse allegations against Chavez, and in response, they canceled their tribute to Chavez just weeks before the annual event. UFW statements indicated that Chavez was accused of sexually abusing minors. Many celebrations were also cancelled nationwide. The following day, The…
Poster commemorating Cesar Chavez Day
César Chávez in 1974
Carlos Santana, leader of national movement to declare Cesar Chavez Day a national holiday