Cesar Chavez abused and raped women and girls, NYT investigation says

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March 19, 2026

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Cesar Chavez, a farm worker, labor organizer and leader of the California grape strike, is seen in a California works office in 1965.

A New York Times investigation has revealed allegations that the late renowned labor leader abused girls and raped Dolores Huerta, his longtime organizing partner.

(Image credit: George Brich)