Joe Biden gets backing of key Latina activist Dolores Huerta
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Huerta co-founded the organization that eventually became the United Farm Workers of America, a national union for farm laborers. The Biden campaign noted her endorsement came on International Workers Day, and Huerta said Biden will really support strong labor unions.
During the primary, however, Huerta endorsed California Sen. Kamala Harris and criticized Biden for his comments during a primary debate on immigration, accusing him of speaking just like the Republicans when he expressed opposition to the idea of decriminalizing border crossings during a Democratic primary debate.
But she told the AP on Friday that she trusts Biden to prioritize the challenges confronting Latinos and noted that immigration reform is something the president cant do, noting big reforms require congressional action.
I dont think well have to pressure him on immigration reform, she said. I think he realizes what the issues are.
Its a notable shift for a key voice in the Latino community ...
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