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Proposition 14 & Contract Victory: Proposición 14 Y Victoria Del Contrato Jan 1976

Proposition 14 & Contract Victory: Proposición 14 Y Victoria Del Contrato

Politicians

During his presidential candidacy, Jimmy Carter supported proposition 14. Thus, this resulted in the United Farm Workers union(UFW) extending an endorsement. Also included are the efforts of West Food Workers. With assistance from the allies and the UFW they acquire a just labor contract. A contract that improved their working conditions.


International Longshoremen & Warehouse Union Boycott & Justice: Sindicato Internacional De Estibadores Y Almacenes Boicots Y Justicia Jan 1976

International Longshoremen & Warehouse Union Boycott & Justice: Sindicato Internacional De Estibadores Y Almacenes Boicots Y Justicia

Activists

The International Longshoremen and Warehouse union engaged in nonviolent protests to help improve their working conditions. They addressed the murders of workers who died on the job. The article includes details of the efforts of the United Farm Workers union, Cesar Chavez, farm workers and volunteers/allies. Included is a photograph by John McGrail that depicts singer Kris Kristofferson and Rita Coolidge on stage with Cesar Chavez during a campaign around proposition 14.


International Longshoremen And Warehouse Union Boycott & Justice: Sindicato Internacional De Estibadores Y Almacenes Boicots Y Justicia Jan 1976

International Longshoremen And Warehouse Union Boycott & Justice: Sindicato Internacional De Estibadores Y Almacenes Boicots Y Justicia

Subjects

The International Longshoremen and Warehouse union engaged in nonviolent protests to help improve their working conditions. They addressed the murders of workers who died on the job. The article includes details of the efforts of the United Farm Workers union, Cesar Chavez, farm workers and volunteers/allies. Included is a photograph by John McGrail that depicts singer Kris Kristofferson and Rita Coolidge on stage with Cesar Chavez during a campaign around proposition 14.


Proposition 14 & Contract Victory: Proposición 14 Y Victoria Del Contrato Jan 1976

Proposition 14 & Contract Victory: Proposición 14 Y Victoria Del Contrato

Subjects

During his presidential candidacy, Jimmy Carter supported proposition 14. Thus, this resulted in the United Farm Workers union(UFW) extending an endorsement. Also included are the efforts of West Food Workers. With assistance from the allies and the UFW they acquire a just labor contract. A contract that improved their working conditions.


Arrests, Strikes & Accidents: Arrestos, Huelgas Y Accidentes Jan 1975

Arrests, Strikes & Accidents: Arrestos, Huelgas Y Accidentes

Subjects

Chris Sanchez was one of the photographers who took photographs during strikes throughout California. When he and other photographers were taking pictures of the actions of the deputy sheriffs, they were arrested. Individuals who took part in supporting and documenting the farm worker/labor movement were usually presented with different forms of harassment and opposition. Included are the efforts of union representatives to pass laws that would prevent further bus accidents. Also included is an article that provides an example of actions that support the farm worker movement. The article found in the left corner focused on the challenges that United …


Broken Law & Elections: Ley Violada Y Elecciones Jan 1974

Broken Law & Elections: Ley Violada Y Elecciones

Subjects

Included are articles regarding the legal battles that the United Farm Workers faced. One such battle occured in the state of Arizona were over 20,000 votes were illegally invalidated. Those votes were against the restrictions placed on boycotts and strikes in the state. Included is a photograph of Cesar Chavez receiving the Martin Luther King Jr. nonviolent peace prize.


Farm Workers Forum: Foro De Trabajadores Agrícolas Jan 1974

Farm Workers Forum: Foro De Trabajadores Agrícolas

Subjects

The photograph was taken during Coachella's Cinco de Mayo celebration. Children are depicted wearing traditional attire. Following the image is an acknowledgement of the efforts of Benito Juárez (first indigenous president of Mexico) and Cesar Chavez efforts to improve the lives of their people. Within the forum are letters of gratitude towards various individuals who took part in a number of boycotts. They also acknowledged the death of one of their longtime supporter Margarita Munoz.


British Dock Workers Stop Grapes & Teamsters: Los Trabajadores Portuarios Británicos Detienen Las Uvas Y Los Camioneros Jan 1974

British Dock Workers Stop Grapes & Teamsters: Los Trabajadores Portuarios Británicos Detienen Las Uvas Y Los Camioneros

Subjects

British dock workers supported the United States farm workers by refusing to accept grapes that were harvested by scab workers and imported by growers. Included are articles that highlight the pro-union perspectives and struggles of workers within Connecticut and Georgia. The efforts of all farm workers and unions striving for the betterment of working conditions.


We Have A Date With Justice: Tenemos Una Cita Con La Justicia Jan 1974

We Have A Date With Justice: Tenemos Una Cita Con La Justicia

Subjects

United Farm Workers Leaders supported Coachella's picket line. They delivered short speeches of encouragement and describing their efforts.


Blythe Bus Massacre & Safety Bill: El Massacre En El Autobús Y Proyecto De Ley De Seguridad Jan 1974

Blythe Bus Massacre & Safety Bill: El Massacre En El Autobús Y Proyecto De Ley De Seguridad

Subjects

After the bus massacre that took place in California where 19 individuals were killed and 20 were injured, the United Farm Workers and supporters lobbied to pass a bill that would require farm labor busses to be inspected properly. They hoped that bill would be part of California State law, not only requiring proper inspections but training for bus drivers. Included are various articles describing the efforts of Cesar Chavez, the United Farm Workers and their supporters to prevent such a tragedy from reoccurring.


Strike Campaign For Elections In San Luis, Arizona: Campaña De Huelga Para Las Elecciones En San Luis, Arizona Jan 1974

Strike Campaign For Elections In San Luis, Arizona: Campaña De Huelga Para Las Elecciones En San Luis, Arizona

Subjects

Included are photographs of United Farm Workers (UFW) supporting one of many strikes throughout the country. The article focuses on the efforts of farm workers in San Luis, Arizona to pressure growers to uphold their agreements.


Broken Law & Elections: Ley Violada Y Elecciones Jan 1974

Broken Law & Elections: Ley Violada Y Elecciones

States

Included are articles regarding the legal battles that the United Farm Workers faced. One such battle occured in the state of Arizona were over 20,000 votes were illegally invalidated. Those votes were against the restrictions placed on boycotts and strikes in the state. Included is a photograph of Cesar Chavez receiving the Martin Luther King Jr. nonviolent peace prize.


El Malcriado: Weapon Of The Farm Worker: El Malcriado: Arma Del Trabajador Agrícola Jan 1974

El Malcriado: Weapon Of The Farm Worker: El Malcriado: Arma Del Trabajador Agrícola

States

El Malcriado newspaper was created as an avenue for farm workers to share their experiences as they fought to improve their working/living conditions. The newspaper evolved as a means to bring to light violence and oppression committed against working people. The photographs included depict different forms of nonviolent resistance and solidarity.


Strike Campaign For Elections In San Luis, Arizona: Campaña De Huelga Para Las Elecciones En San Luis, Arizona Jan 1974

Strike Campaign For Elections In San Luis, Arizona: Campaña De Huelga Para Las Elecciones En San Luis, Arizona

States

Included are photographs of United Farm Workers (UFW) supporting one of many strikes throughout the country. The article focuses on the efforts of farm workers in San Luis, Arizona to pressure growers to uphold their agreements.


Inside The Teamsters Lie Factory: Dentro De La Fábrica De Mentiras De Teamsters Jan 1974

Inside The Teamsters Lie Factory: Dentro De La Fábrica De Mentiras De Teamsters

Activists

The article included was written from the perspective of an ex Teamster union employee. He details how the Teamster union worked behind the scenes and how he was expected to lie and be dishonest.


Boycott Campaign & United Farm Workers Union: Campaña De Boicot Y Unión De Trabajadores Agrícolas Unidos Jan 1974

Boycott Campaign & United Farm Workers Union: Campaña De Boicot Y Unión De Trabajadores Agrícolas Unidos

Activists

Cesar Chavez organized nonviolent resistance actions within the United States to shed light on the horrifying treatment and working conditions of farm workers throughout the country. Additionally, he built partnerships and organized boycotts/protests abroad. Solidarity and building meaningful relations with people was integral to the movement. Included is a welcoming message from Pope Paul Lauds. Pope Laud was one of many allies/supporters within the Catholic church.


Cesar Chavez In Europe: César Chávez En Europa Jan 1974

Cesar Chavez In Europe: César Chávez En Europa

Activists

Journalist Jacques Levy documented Cesar Chavez's boycott campaign throughout Europe. The United Farm Workers union organized 23 boycotts in more than 10 European countries. They also advocated for laws that supported the work of United States farm workers and opposed those that sided with growers/corporations.


International Boycotts: Boicots Internacionales Jan 1974

International Boycotts: Boicots Internacionales

Activists

Canadian supporters of farm workers and the United Farm Workers (UFW) tried to prevent the largest chain store from selling produce from growers that engaged in unjust practices. Included are photographs depicting Canadian supporters on the picket line. Furthermore, Swedish UFW and farm workers, and supporters denounced the action of the US Embassy supporting produce that farm workers were boycotting. The denouncement of the US embassy propelled more European citizens to support the efforts of farm workers.


United Farm Workers Leader Talks With El Malcriado Newspaper: Líderes De Trabajadores Agrícolas Unidos Hablan Con El Periódico El Malcriado Jan 1974

United Farm Workers Leader Talks With El Malcriado Newspaper: Líderes De Trabajadores Agrícolas Unidos Hablan Con El Periódico El Malcriado

Activists

El Malcriado newspaper staff interviewed Cesar Chavez. During the interview he discussed the history of the movement, the legal challenges, and various obstacles they faced. He also talked about the effectiveness of nonviolent resistance practices and how they have evolved overtime.


Disaster In The Vineyards: Desastre En Los Viñedos Jan 1974

Disaster In The Vineyards: Desastre En Los Viñedos

Activists

Image of Dolores Huerta during a strike in San Luis, Arizona. There were over one thousand farm workers who participated in the strike. The article highlighted the efforts in Keene, California. Farm workers, supporters and members of the United States Farm Workers helped improve the working conditions of migrant workers across the United States.


International Boycotts: Boicots Internacionales Jan 1974

International Boycotts: Boicots Internacionales

United States Government

Canadian supporters of farm workers and the United Farm Workers (UFW) tried to prevent the largest chain store from selling produce from growers that engaged in unjust practices. Included are photographs depicting Canadian supporters on the picket line. Furthermore, Swedish UFW and farm workers, and supporters denounced the action of the US Embassy supporting produce that farm workers were boycotting. The denouncement of the US embassy propelled more European citizens to support the efforts of farm workers.


Corruption In Immigration Services: Corrupción En Los Servicios De Inmigración Jan 1974

Corruption In Immigration Services: Corrupción En Los Servicios De Inmigración

United States Government

The Department of Justice conducted an investigation of the actions of the United States Immigration officials and border patrol. The investigation found a list of illicit activists that included prostitution, slavery, and murder to name a few. The article provides more details. It also highlights the efforts of Cesar Chavez, United Farm Workers and allies to pass laws that support immigrants/workers.


Disaster In The Vineyards: Desastre En Los Viñedos Jan 1974

Disaster In The Vineyards: Desastre En Los Viñedos

United States Government

Image of Dolores Huerta during a strike in San Luis, Arizona. There were over one thousand farm workers who participated in the strike. The article highlighted the efforts in Keene, California. Farm workers, supporters and members of the United States Farm Workers helped improve the working conditions of migrant workers across the United States.


Angry Farm Workers Reaction To Massacre: Trabajadores Agrícolas Enojados Por El Masacre Que Ocurrió Jan 1974

Angry Farm Workers Reaction To Massacre: Trabajadores Agrícolas Enojados Por El Masacre Que Ocurrió

States

In the aftermath of the bus massacre many demanded an honest investigation and the prosecution of Jesus Ayala. Many individuals who survived and loved ones of those who passed away were extremely upset with the way this incident was reported and investigated.


British Dock Workers Stop Grapes & Teamsters: Los Trabajadores Portuarios Británicos Detienen Las Uvas Y Los Camioneros Jan 1974

British Dock Workers Stop Grapes & Teamsters: Los Trabajadores Portuarios Británicos Detienen Las Uvas Y Los Camioneros

States

British dock workers supported the United States farm workers by refusing to accept grapes that were harvested by scab workers and imported by growers. Included are articles that highlight the pro-union perspectives and struggles of workers within Connecticut and Georgia. The efforts of all farm workers and unions striving for the betterment of working conditions.


Blythe Bus Massacre & Safety Bill: El Massacre En El Autobús Y Proyecto De Ley De Seguridad Jan 1974

Blythe Bus Massacre & Safety Bill: El Massacre En El Autobús Y Proyecto De Ley De Seguridad

States

After the bus massacre that took place in California where 19 individuals were killed and 20 were injured, the United Farm Workers and supporters lobbied to pass a bill that would require farm labor busses to be inspected properly. They hoped that bill would be part of California State law, not only requiring proper inspections but training for bus drivers. Included are various articles describing the efforts of Cesar Chavez, the United Farm Workers and their supporters to prevent such a tragedy from reoccurring.


Angry Farm Workers Reaction To Massacre: Trabajadores Agrícolas Enojados Por El Masacre Que Ocurrió Jan 1974

Angry Farm Workers Reaction To Massacre: Trabajadores Agrícolas Enojados Por El Masacre Que Ocurrió

Subjects

In the aftermath of the bus massacre many demanded an honest investigation and the prosecution of Jesus Ayala. Many individuals who survived and loved ones of those who passed away were extremely upset with the way this incident was reported and investigated.


We Must Fight For All This To End: Luchamos Para Que Todo Esto Acabe Jan 1974

We Must Fight For All This To End: Luchamos Para Que Todo Esto Acabe

Subjects

The aftermath of the bus massacre that occurred in California. Many who lost loved ones were left picking up the pieces of the incident.


Labor Movement News: Noticias Del Movimiento Laboral Jan 1974

Labor Movement News: Noticias Del Movimiento Laboral

Subjects

In 1974, over 100,000 miners workers were killed due to unsafe working conditions. Union workers in Kentucky engaged in an over four-month strike demanding better/safe working conditions. The articles that follow highlight the oppression that workers faced at the hands of their employers. Furthermore, it states the efforts of working people fighting for fair labor contracts.


Inside The Teamsters Lie Factory: Dentro De La Fábrica De Mentiras De Teamsters Jan 1974

Inside The Teamsters Lie Factory: Dentro De La Fábrica De Mentiras De Teamsters

Subjects

The article included was written from the perspective of an ex Teamster union employee. He details how the Teamster union worked behind the scenes and how he was expected to lie and be dishonest.