César E. Chávez: Labor Leader and Civil Rights Activist
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Title
César E. Chávez: Labor Leader and Civil Rights Activist
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Artist
Emanuel Martinez
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Location
César Chávez Park
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Neighborhood
Berkeley
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Year
2015
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Artwork Type
Public Sculpture
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Material
bronze (metal), marble (rock)
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About This Piece
The removal of public art and memorials dedicated to César Chávez follows a series of highly disturbing allegations of sexual abuse including a statement by labor leader and co-founder of the National Farm Workers Association Dolores Huerta. These actions reflect a commitment by the City of Denver to supporting survivors and a decision that his legacy is no longer compatible with the values of public honor.
This bust is located in the North Denver park named for César E. Chávez, a leader in the struggle for human and civil rights for farmworkers, and an instrumental player in establishing the United Farm Workers Union, a victory for a group of working class people who had historically been abandoned by law. “We cannot seek achievement for ourselves and forget about progress and prosperity for our community.” -Cesar Chavez
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