Dolores Huerta, influential labor leader, feminist and civil rights icon, dies at 96

Dolores Huerta, a pioneering labor leader, feminist, and civil rights icon, passed away at 96. She co-founded the United Farm Workers union, significantly improving working conditions for farm laborers and coined the empowering phrase "Sí, se puede!" which became a rallying cry for many social movements. Her contributions have left a lasting legacy in the fight for workers' rights and gender equality, reminding us of the power of collective action and the importance of advocating for the marginalized.

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