Taking allegations seriously
“Modesto takes suggestions for renaming Cesar E. Chavez Park. How to submit one,” (modbee.com, March 26)
I’m saddened by the recent accusations of sexual abuse involving Cesar Chavez. My heart is with Dolores Huerta, with the two women who have come forward and with all survivors. Speaking up is never easy — especially when there’s power or community pressure involved.
As people of faith, we take every allegation seriously and make sure concerns are reported to the proper authorities. Abuse is never just one person’s wrongdoing — it can grow in the shadows of silence or unhealthy structures. Moments like this remind us how important it is to build communities where people can speak the truth without fear…