March 17, 2026
United Farm Workers nixes Cesar Chavez Day celebrations over 'troubling' sex-abuse allegations
United Farm Workers co-founder Cesar Chavez, an iconic figure on the left, has suddenly become radioactive following rumblings of sexual misconduct involving underage girls, prompting supporters to ditch their annual observations of his March 31 birthday.
TL;DR
- Cesar Chavez, co-founder of the United Farm Workers, is facing allegations of sexual misconduct.
- The allegations involve underage girls.
- Supporters are abandoning annual celebrations of his March 31 birthday.
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