June 07, 2016

Congressman Gallego Statement on the Passing of Helen Chavez, Widow of Cesar Chavez

Washington, DC -

Today, Congressman Ruben Gallego issued the statement below following the death of Helen Chavez, widow of civil rights pioneer Cesar Chavez:

“I join the labor movement and the entire Latino community in mourning the death of Helen Chavez,” said Rep. Gallego. “It would be hard to understate the critical role that Helen played in the fight to secure basic rights and protections for migrant farm workers in America. By all accounts, she was a quiet woman, but when she did speak publically, her words were powerful and wise. Helen dedicated her life to the notion that every worker in our country deserves to be treated with fairness and dignity and I can think of no better tribute to her than to continue the fight for workers rights with Helen’s tireless strength and dedication. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends.”