CWAers March in Celebration of César Chavez and Dolores Huerta

Earlier this week, CWA members joined other union workers, supporters, and members of the Tucson, Ariz., community in a march and rally celebrating the lives of labor leaders Dolores Huerta and César Chavez, who helped found the United Farm Workers. Hosted by the Arizona César E. Chávez + Dolores Huerta Holiday Coalition, the festivities drew a large crowd, including Juanita Chavez, daughter of Dolores Huerta. Cecilia Valdez, former Secretary-Treasurer for CWA Local 7026 and current Chair of the Defense Fund Oversight Committee, spoke to the crowd after the march, extolling the virtues of Dolores Huerta and reminding the crowd of the lasting impacts not just of Huerta but of many women in the labor movement.

“We owe her a debt of gratitude for setting such a powerful example to follow,” said Valdez. “When we are tired, we can remember her struggles. When we are beaten and bloodied, we can remember her resolve. And when we win, we remember that she said, ‘We as women should shine light on our accomplishments and not feel egotistical when we do. It’s a way to let the world know that we as women can accomplish great things!’”

 
Cecilia Valdez, Chair of the CWA Defense Fund Oversight Committee, spoke at the march and rally celebrating the lives of Dolores Huerta and César Chavez.