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In the fi rst half of the 20th century, conditions for farm
workers were poor. Growers treated them badly. Huerta
often met workers in the fi elds. Sometimes she held
meetings in their homes. They told her they wanted water,
toilets, and better wages. Huerta said they needed to work
together. She convinced them to protest unfair and unsafe
conditions.
The union gave workers a voice. It enabled them to stand
up to the growers. Farm labor practices changed. This
made life better for workers.
Huerta believed things could improve. Because of her hard
work, they did. Today, farm workers are still benefi ting
from her efforts.
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