Spokane historian weighs in on Cesar Chavez after allegations of sexual abuse: 'His legacy will be revised'

By: Monica Carrillo-Casas

Outlets: The Spokesman-Review

Published: March 19, 2026

Words: 792

Last Updated: 2 days ago

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Spokane historian Ray Rast is weighing the future on Cesar Chavez’s legacy following a New York Times investigation detailing allegations that he sexually abused women and girls.

“I have spent about 25 years working with the National Park Service and the Chavez family, the Chavez Foundation and the United Farm Workers Union, so I’m very invested in the story of his life,” said Rast, who’s also a history professor for Gonzaga University. “I’m stunned and …

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