¡Si, Se Puede!
Yes, we can!
Widely recognized as the most important Latino leader in the United States during the twentieth century, César Chávez led farm workers and supporters in the establishment of the country's first permanent agricultural union. His leadership brought sustained international attention to the plight of U.S. farm workers, and secured for them higher wages and safer working conditions.
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Cesar Chavez National Monument Created
President Obama signed a Presidential Proclamation creating César Chávez National Monument.
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La Paz designated as NHL
Secreatary Salazar designated the La Paz property as a National Historic Landmark.
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Special Resource Study
The National Park Service is conducting a study of other significant historic sites related to César Chávez and the farm worker movement.
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