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Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson Releases Statement in Honor of Cesar Chavez Day

Statement

Date: March 31, 2014
Location: Dallas, TX
Issues: Civil Liberties and Civil Rights Agriculture and Food

Today Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson released the following statement in honor of the 87th anniversary of Cesar Chavez's birthday:

"Cesar Chavez was one of America's greatest champions for civil rights and social justice. His leadership gave rise to a movement that improved the working conditions of all agricultural workers. Chavez used non-violent protest to forge a path to progress. His movement created a lasting legacy not just for Hispanic Americans, but for all Americans."

"There are many lessons from that we can learn from Cesar Chavez today. His movement continues to inspire us to push for an increase of the minimum wage, push for a renewal of unemployment insurance, and ensure that all Americans have access to affordable healthcare."


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