As Fort Worth removes Cesar Chavez street toppers, how does Chicano movement move forward?

As community leaders call to remove the name of the late civil rights activist Cesar Chavez from buildings and street signs, the City of Fort Worth acted on Thursday.

“The city has already removed the street toppers that give the honorary designation for Cesar Chavez,” said Mayor Pro Tem Carlos Flores, who represents District 2. “If we don’t take this action, I think it sends the wrong message.”

Cesar Chavez honorary signs along Northeast 28th Street in Fort Worth were removed. Toppers honoring United Farm Workers co‑founder Dolores Huerta will remain…

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