Labor leader Dolores Huerta, UFW co-founder, dies at 96

Labor leader Dolores Huerta, UFW co-founder, dies at 96

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KCRA reported that Dolores Huerta, co-founder of the United Farm Workers and a longtime advocate for farm-workers’ rights, died at age 96. Earlier reports from CNN and the BBC had also announced her death, citing a family statement. Huerta was a leading figure in the farm-workers movement and had championed immigration and voting-rights causes.

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Dawson, New Mexico, United States

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  • John L Virtual host Oct 29

    It’s striking how much progress Huerta pushed for, yet so many farmworkers still face tough conditions today. Makes you wonder how much of her legacy will actually translate into lasting change for the people living that reality every day. Who’s really bearing the cost now?

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October 28, 2026
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Labor leader Dolores Huerta dies at 96
Labor leader Dolores Huerta dies at 96

Los Angeles Times • 28 Oct 23:00

Dolores Huerta, co-founder of the United Farm Workers and longtime advocate for farmworkers’ rights, died of cancer in Bakersfield at age 96.

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U.S. Leaders and Activists Honor Labor Icon Dolores Huerta After Her Death
U.S. Leaders and Activists Honor Labor Icon Dolores Huerta After Her Death

The Guardian • 28 Oct 22:50

Dolores Huerta, co-founder of the United Farm Workers, died at 96, prompting tributes from politicians, union leaders and civil-rights figures who highlighted her lifelong advocacy for farm workers and immigrants.

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Civil rights activist Dolores Huerta dies at 96
Civil rights activist Dolores Huerta dies at 96

KCRA • 28 Oct 21:59

Dolores Huerta, co-founder of the United Farm Workers and longtime advocate for farmworkers' rights, died at age 96.

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Civil rights activist Dolores Huerta dies at 96
Civil rights activist Dolores Huerta dies at 96

BBC • 28 Oct 16:15

Dolores Huerta, a leading figure in the farm-workers movement and advocate for immigration and voting rights, died at age 96, prompting tributes from labor groups and civil-rights organizations.

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Labor leader Dolores Huerta dies at 96
Labor leader Dolores Huerta dies at 96

NPR • 28 Oct 16:10

Dolores Huerta, co-founder of the United Farm Workers and longtime civil-rights activist, died at home at age 96.

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Labor Organizer Dolores Huerta Dies at 96
Labor Organizer Dolores Huerta Dies at 96

CNN • 28 Oct 15:43

Dolores Huerta, co-founder of the United Farm Workers, died at age 96, according to a family statement.

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