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Huerta

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[wer-tuh, wer-tah] / ˈwɛr tə, ˈwɛr tɑ /

noun

  1. Victoriano 1854–1916, Mexican general: provisional president of Mexico 1913–14.


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Activists opposing the company’s plans include civil rights leader Dolores Huerta.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 10, 2026

“Nobody deserves to be treated that way now,” Huerta said.

From Los Angeles Times May 21, 2026

The Times’ report on the allegations against Chavez, including from fellow labor leader Dolores Huerta, prompted officials to rename schools, monuments and state holidays.

From Salon Apr. 19, 2026

In the Watts neighborhood of Los Angeles, artist MisterAlek transformed a Cesar Chavez mural he painted in 2021 and replaced it with a painting of Delores Huerta.

From BBC Mar. 30, 2026

When Mr. Wilson came into office he served notice that there would be no recognition of Huerta and no recognition of any Mexican Government which was not established by due process of law.

From Woodrow Wilson's Administration and Achievements by Lord, Frank B.

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