The Vision and Honor of César Chávez Continues

“Many of us were afraid and many of us didn’t know what to do, but we were just waiting,” said Eliseo Medina, national labor union leader and immigrant rights advocate in an interview in the monumental documentary Chicano!, directed by Hector Galán. “We were just waiting for somebody to throw the match and that’s what César did.”

Memories of César Chávez, a humble man still remain in our hearts. A man who dared to not only speak his mind, but to act on it. March 31st, marks what would have been César Chávez’ ninety-sixth birthday. The Weekly Issue/El Semanario dedicates this issue to a man who generated a national and international movement for dignity and human rights of farmworkers.

Tamales: The Family Heirloom

Bursts of laughter echoed through the García home as the two sisters recalled their most memorable tamale making experience. “Liz, do you remember the time Joe was turning the masa…

The Work of César E. Chávez Continues

“Many of us were afraid and many of us didn’t know what to do, but we were just waiting,” said Eliseo Medina, national labor union leader and immigrant rights advocate…