The faith of Cesar Chavez reexamined amid decades-old abuse allegations

The legacy of Cesar Chavez has long been enshrined in American history as one of moral courage and social justice. As co-founder of the United Farm Workers, Chavez became a symbol of the struggle for dignity for agricultural laborers. In recent days, however, Chavez’s life and legacy have come under intense scrutiny. A series of bombshell allegations reported by The New York Times has forced a difficult reassessment of the man behind the movement. Chavez has been accused by multiple women of sexual abuse, including allegations involving minors.