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Cesar Chavez Sex Abuse Allegations Shake Latino, Immigrant Communities

Revelations about the civil rights leader's alleged misconduct have left many feeling betrayed and uncertain.

Federal Union Opposes Replacing TSA with 'Untrained, Armed' ICE Agents

The largest federal workers union says ICE agents lack the specialized training required for airport security checkpoints.

UFW Faces Lawsuits Over Chávez Sexual Abuse Allegations

Iconic labor leader's legacy in crisis as victims come forward with claims of assault and rape

Lessons from the San Francisco strike: How the unions, Democratic Party and pseudo-left betrayed the teachers

The four-day strike of San Francisco educators, the first in 50 years, contains critical lessons for workers seeking to defend public education.

Los Angeles teachers announce April 14 strike as thousands rally against austerity and war

The strike would shut down the nation's second-largest school district, affecting hundreds of thousands of students.

Many Grapple with Chavez's Legacy Amid Abuse Allegations

Community leaders and groups work to reconcile labor icon's achievements with disturbing claims of sexual misconduct.

Cesar Chavez, Civil Rights Leader, Accused of Sexual Assault

Investigation uncovers allegations of abuse against multiple women, including underage girls, over decades

LA Teachers Union Threatens Massive April Strike Amid Contract Dispute

Union leaders say LAUSD has ignored demands for better pay, staffing, and working conditions.

Chavez Family 'Saddened' by Misconduct Allegations

State and labor leaders pledge support for victims as claims against late activist emerge

César Chavez Day Events Canceled Amid Sexual Abuse Allegations

Celebrations honoring the late labor leader are being renamed, postponed or canceled after claims he sexually abused women and girls.

San Francisco Police Reach Tentative 14% Raise Deal

Agreement still needs approval from rank-and-file officers and Board of Supervisors.

Cesar Chavez Foundation cancels events after sexual abuse claims

Insiders warn the allegations could be 'just the tip of the iceberg' for the iconic labor leader

UFW and César Chávez Foundation Withdraw from Events Amid Allegations

Organizations cite 'troubling allegations' involving late labor leader César Chávez as reason for not participating in annual celebrations.

United Farm Workers Cancels Cesar Chavez Celebrations Over Allegations

Union cites 'deeply troubling allegations' about its co-founder's behavior

Teacher Union Greed Fueling Demand for School Choice

Big-city teachers unions accused of prioritizing pay hikes over student achievement

San Francisco Voters to Decide on 'Overpaid CEO Act' Tax Measure

Proposition D would increase taxes on companies with highly paid executives, generating funds for city services

Sacramento TSA Workers Struggle Without Pay During Partial Shutdown

Labor leaders push Congress to end impasse affecting transportation security employees

LA County Voters Should Reject Sales Tax Hike, Investigate IHSS Spending First

Concerns raised over union influence, fraud in in-home care program as county seeks new revenue

San Francisco Court Clerks End Strike After Reaching Agreement

Union says clerks will return to work on Monday after two-day walkout.

Experts Argue Public Sector Needs More Investment, Not Less

Academics claim public unions have too much power, but data shows public sector compensation has shrunk over time.

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