Yes.
The Phoenix City Council voted on March 25 to remove César Chávez’s name from all city facilities, including the César Chávez Library and the 43 street signs that encompass César Chávez Boulevard, which runs from 75th Avenue to 48th Street.
The decision comes after an investigation by the New York Times uncovered Chavez’s history of sexual abuse. Six states, including Arizona, have taken legislative or executive action to distance themselves from the labor rights leader’s legacy — either renaming the March 31 holiday or declining to observe it.
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Sources
- Phoenix City Council, Phoenix Begins Implementation of Council Direction on César Chávez Renaming Actions
- New York Times, Cesar Chavez, a Civil Rights Icon, Is Accused of Abusing Girls for Years
- FOX 9 KMSP, MN Senate votes to repeal Cesar Chavez Day amid sexual abuse claims
- KBAK, Gov. Newsom signs bill to rename Cesar Chavez Day to 'Farmworkers Day' in California
- The Arizona Republic, Gov. Katie Hobbs will not honor César Chávez Day
- Office of the Texas Governor, Governor Abbott Statement On Cesar Chavez Allegations
- Oregon Public Broadcasting, Washington governor says state won't celebrate Cesar Chavez following sexual abuse allegations
- Colorado Newsline, César Chávez Day would be renamed under Colorado bill following allegations
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