East Bay Magazine January 2022

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BOBBY Robert F. Kennedy (far left) and Dolores Huerta share a historic moment.

Ella ¡Sí, Puede! BY Janis Hashe

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olores Huerta’s life could certainly be described as “operatic.” At age 91, the co-founder of the United Farm Workers of America is still an activist, still fighting for just representation of Latinos and all women, and fighting against discrimination and exploitation.

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West Edge Opera explores the life of Dolores Huerta

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