 
He was
for his own people a Moses figure. The farm workers who labored in the
fields and yearned for respect and self-sufficiency pinned their hopes
on this remarkable man, who, with faith and discipline, with soft-spoken
humility and amazing inner strength, led a very courageous life. And
in so doing, brought dignity to the lives of so many others, and
provided for us inspiration for the rest of our nation's history.
--President
Bill Clinton said of Cesar Chavez as he was posthumously awarded the
1994 Presedential Medal of Freedom.
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March 2009 marks the 43rd anniversary of
Cesar Chavez' historic 350-mile pilgrimage from Delano to Sacramento, which drew
national attention to the plight of farm workers in America. To honor this
anniversary and to educate and energize people with the power of civic
engagement, we invite you to join us for several events commemorating Cesar
Chavez.
For a complete list of events, click
here.
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13th Annual
Cesar Chavez March for Justice
Saturday, March 28
Assembly and community program: 11 a.m.,
Avenida Guadalupe, 1321 El Paso
March begins at 1 p.m.
from Avenida Guadalupe to the Alamo
Grand Marshall: Arturo Rodriguez,
President of the United Farm Workers of America |
San
Antonio Public Library Celebrates Cesar Chavez Legacy
The San Antonio Public Library celebrates the life and achievements of
Latino leader and activist Cesar Chavez with a commemorative poster and
bookmark. Pick up your free poster and bookmark at any San Antonio Public
Library location.
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