LA County Renames Cesar Chavez Holiday, Centers Farmworkers
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Los Angeles County supervisors unanimously voted to rename Cesar Chavez Day to Farmworkers Day, following allegations of sexual assaults by Chavez in the 1970s. The move aims to center survivors stories and the broader farmworkers movement for better wages and conditions. Community leaders emphasize inclusivity, highlighting women and Filipino workers roles in the movement. County teams have already started renaming events and consulting on murals, with cities and schools planning similar shifts.
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