Cesar Chavez (Activist)

Cesar Chavez was a prominent American civil rights activist known for his work advocating for farm workers' rights in the 1960s and 1970s. He co-founded the United Farm Workers (UFW) union, aiming to improve labor conditions, wages, and treatment for agricultural workers, many of whom were Latino and faced harsh working conditions. Chavez used nonviolent protests, strikes, and boycotts to raise awareness and gain support. His efforts helped bring attention to labor issues and shifted public perception, making him a key figure in the labor movement and a symbol of social justice in the United States.