New York Times bestselling author David Talbot and New Yorker journalist Margaret Talbot illuminate “America’s second revolutionary generation” in this gripping history of one of the most dynamic eras of the twentieth century— brought to life through seven radical episodes that offer urgent lessons for today. The political landscape of the 1960’s and ‘70’s was … Continued
Dolores Huerta is among the most important, yet least known, activists in American history. An equal partner in co-founding the first farm workers unions with Cesar Chavez, her enormous contributions have gone largely unrecognized. Dolores tirelessly led the fight for racial and labor justice alongside Chavez, becoming one of the most defiant feminists of the … Continued
We observe Cesar Chavez Day by speaking with FSRN Reporter Shannon Young about the Farm Workers Work Stoppage in Baja California, Mexico. Then Miriam Pawel, author of the book The Crusades of Cesar Chavez: A Biography. About the book: Cesar Chavez founded a labor union, launched a movement, and inspired a generation. He rose from … Continued
