Washington Pauses Chavez Day Amid Abuse Allegations
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Washington state pauses Cesar Chavez Day celebrations amid sexual abuse allegations against the farmworker union leader. Governor Bob Ferguson wont issue a proclamation this year. The New York Times reports Chavez allegedly groomed and abused two young girls and raped Dolores Huerta. Lawmakers propose renaming March 31st as Farmworker Justice Day or expanding recognition for Huertas birthday. Governor Ferguson plans to celebrate Huertas upcoming 96th birthday instead.
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