March 18th, 2026Heinrich Statement on the Bravery of Dolores Huerta & Other Survivors

WASHINGTON —U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) released the following statement uplifting the bravery of Dolores Huerta and other survivors who have come forward to speak about the sexual assault and abuse they experienced:
“No one should have to suffer in silence to protect a man or a movement. The courage and leadership Dolores Huerta and these other women have shown in coming forward is remarkable. I cannot imagine the pain and suffering they’ve endured over decades. Thank you for showing us what real strength is.”
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