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Leaders pay tribute to Dolores Huerta after her death at 96
Dolores Huerta, labor leader and civil rights icon, dies at 96 prompting national tributes.
In brief
Dolores Huerta, labor leader and civil rights icon, dies at 96 prompting national tributes. Dolores Huerta, a labor leader and civil rights icon, died at 96, prompting tributes from national leaders including Nancy Pelosi and California Governor Gavin Newsom. Originally reported by NBC Bay Area.
Dolores Huerta's death
Dolores Huerta, a labor leader and civil rights icon, died at 96.
Family statement
Her family announced her death and requested privacy as they grieve.
Nancy Pelosi tribute
Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi called Huerta a champion for civil rights and a leader in the American labor movement.
Gavin Newsom tribute
California Governor Gavin Newsom praised Huerta's impact on justice and fairness for overlooked communities.
State Senator Scott Wiener tribute
California State Senator Scott Wiener highlighted Huerta's lifelong fight for workers and marginalized groups.
Congressman Jimmy Panetta tribute
Congressman Jimmy Panetta noted Huerta's role in securing better wages and working conditions for farmworkers.
In short
Dolores Huerta, a labor leader and civil rights icon, died at 96, prompting tributes from national leaders including Nancy Pelosi and California Governor Gavin Newsom.
