Sí, Ella Puede!: The Rhetorical Legacy of Dolores Huerta and the United Farm Workers (Inter-America Series)

In "Sí, Ella Puede!: The Rhetorical Legacy of Dolores Huerta and the United Farm Workers," Stacey K. Sowards delves into the profound impact and overlooked contributions of Dolores Huerta, a pivotal figure in the Chicana/o movement since the 1950s. This enlightening work, which has garnered the Marie Hochmuth Nichols Award and the Outstanding Book Award from the National Communication Association in 2020, explores Huerta's role as a co-founder of the United Farm Workers union and her enduring influence as a speaker and activist. Through meticulous analysis of Huerta’s speeches, letters, and interviews, Sowards highlights how Huerta masterfully navigates the intersections of race, ethnicity, gender, language, and class, advocating tirelessly for farmworkers' rights. Published on March 1, 2019, this book is a must-read for those in adult education, offering a unique perspective on gender equality, racial justice, and economic justice, and inspiring critical reflection on the transformative power of effective leadership and communication in social justice movements.