"Krikorian writes, 'Chavez really was a border hawk, because illegal immigration (and guest worker programs) really did undermine the efforts of U.S. citizen farmworkers to better their lot.' He emphasizes that fighting illegal immigration was central to Chavez's advocacy for American farmworkers."
"Krikorian humorously suggests that conservatives should try to turn Chavez's birthday into National Border Control Day, highlighting the irony of his legacy being co-opted by immigration restrictionists."
"The article notes that while Chavez initially opposed illegal immigrants taking jobs from farmworkers, he eventually embraced illegal immigration, marking a significant shift in his stance."
Cesar Chavez, once celebrated as a Hispanic activist, faces cancellation after sexual abuse allegations surfaced. Many states and cities have ceased to honor Cesar Chavez Day, and his name has been removed from various public spaces. Some conservatives argue that Chavez's opposition to illegal immigration made him a target for cancellation. They suggest that his legacy is being reinterpreted to align with current political narratives, despite his evolving views on immigration over time.
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