SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) — A mural depicting Cesar Chavez at a well-known Mission District home was painted over Wednesday morning, days after allegations surfaced accusing the labor leader of sexually abusing women and girls who worked in the farm labor movement.
The artwork covered the front of the Latin Rock Music House at York and 25th streets, a site known for hosting legendary performers and celebrating dozens of Latino icons. Homeowner Richard Segovia said the decision to remove Chavez’s image came quickly.
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Segovia, who described himself as a longtime advocate for women and a supporter of young artists, said he contacted the muralist he works with immediately after a New York Times investigation detailed the allegations. UFW cofounder Dolores Huerta claims to be a survivor of Chavez’s alleged abuse.
Artist Carlos Gonzalez joined Segovia on Wednesday morning to paint over the mural. Gonzalez said the work was important to complete promptly. He also noted that he painted a Cesar Chavez mural at San Francisco State more than 30 years ago and has been told there are plans to temporarily cover that piece until a permanent replacement can be created.
Segovia and Gonzalez said they plan to discuss which artwork should replace the Chavez mural at the Mission District home.
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