ICYMI: In Commemoration of César Chávez Day, President Biden Reinforces Commitment to Latinos and Unions

Ahead of César Chávez Day, President Biden reinforced his unwavering commitment to Latinos and union members by sharing a message distributed to farmworker radio stations across the country. The message highlights the United Farm Workers instrumental role in advancing labor and civil rights and supporting the American economy. In addition, President Biden issued a proclamation to commemorate César Chávez Day.

The recording can be found here.

See key excerpts below:

"In the Oval Office I have a bust of César Chávez and my wife Jill planted a red rose bush in his honor in the Rose Garden. He embodies a simple truth that I've always believed. Everyone is entitled to be treated with dignity and respect. That's what I talked about with the Latino Americans I met on a recent trip in Nevada and Arizona."

"… And as president one of the first bills I sent to Congress was for the most humane and comprehensive immigration reform in generations that included a pathway to citizenship for farm workers who put food on the table and fuel our nation. And I continue to value and respect the contributions of Latinos across our country with an administration that looks like America."

"On this César Chávez Day here's the future I see that we can build together. I see a future where we defend democracy not diminish it."