César Chávez Day honors the late Mexican American civil rights activist who dedicated his life to advocating for farmworkers' ...

California state offices are closed on Monday, March 31, for César Chávez Day. In the Bay Area, offices are closed for the ...

The last day of March commemorates labor activist and civil rights icon Cesar Chavez, whose fight to better the lives of the nation's farmworkers helped improve the inhumane working conditions of ...

The last day of March commemorates labor activist and civil rights icon Cesar Chavez, whose fight to better the lives of the nation's farmworkers helped improve the inhumane working conditions of ...

Since César Chávez Day has not officially been declared a federal holiday, most stores and businesses remain open. Customers ...

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Chávez was a civil rights leader and labor activist who co-founded the United Farm Workers to advocate for better wages and working conditions for farm laborers. He played a key role in ...

César Chávez Day, proclaimed a national holiday in 2014, honors the life and legacy of the civil rights leader who co-founded the United Farm Workers union. More than a celebration, it’s a ...

In this undated photo, Cesar Chavez marches with farm workers in San Juan, Texas.(File Photo / The Dallas Morning News) Cesar Chavez Day takes place annually on March 31. Proclaimed nationally as ...

César Chávez Day is Monday, honoring the late Mexican American civil rights activist who dedicated his life to advocating for farmworkers' rights, fair wages, and better working conditions.