By: Eugene V. Debs (1855-1926)
Labor and Freedom by Eugene V. Debs is a powerful and insightful exploration of the struggles and triumphs of the labor movement in America. Debs, a devoted labor organizer and advocate for worker's rights, provides a moving account of the challenges faced by working-class individuals and the importance of solidarity and collective action in achieving progress.
Through personal anecdotes and reflections, Debs paints a vivid picture of the harsh conditions faced by laborers in the early 20th century and the fierce resistance they encountered from powerful corporations and government entities. He eloquently argues for the fundamental right of workers to organize and demand fair wages, reasonable hours, and safe working conditions.
Debs' passionate advocacy for social and economic justice shines through in every chapter, making Labor and Freedom a must-read for anyone interested in the history of labor movements and the ongoing struggle for workers' rights. This book serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by countless individuals in the fight for a more just and equitable society. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking inspiration and insight into the importance of labor activism. Book Description:
"While there is a lower class I am in it; While there is a criminal class I am of it; While there is a soul in prison I am not free." ( Eugene V. Debs)
This collection of essays charts the thought and character of Eugene V. Debs. Debs was an influential early American labor leader, a founding member of the Industrial Workers of the World (IWW), and a Presidential candidate for the Socialist Party of America.
In these essays, Debs employs his characteristically fiery rhetoric in a spirited defense of worker's rights, organized labor, women's suffrage, class solidarity, and the principles of economic socialism.
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