farmworkers
Today in labor history: César Chávez born in 1927
March 31, 2015Chávez was also an early environmentalist, warning the public of the devastating effects of pesticides on both farmworkers and consumers.
Read moreHave a heart, Wendy’s! Valentine’s Day weekend of action
February 9, 2015Of the largest fast food corporations in the country, Wendy's alone is the only one that has refused to join the Fair Food Program.
Read moreImmokalee workers receive presidential medal
February 4, 2015The CIW has "organized communities, stood by tomato workers for more than 20 years, and changed the face of this industry."
Read moreImmokalee workers offer powerful “Tale of Two Thanksgivings”
November 26, 2014Love is a powerful emotion. It's love that drives the Campaign for Fair Food. And so we will never tire of asking Publix to come to the table.
Read moreToday in labor history: 1934 Filipino lettuce cutters strike
August 27, 2014Filipino lettuce cutters and white packing shed workers struck the powerful Salinas Valley, California, growers and shippers, demanding union recognition and improved working conditions.
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