Lucy Parsons
Labor organizer and activist
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None
None years ago
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Activists & Humanitarians
Country
United States
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Active in the labor movement during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, played a significant role in advocating for workers' rights and social justice. Helped organize labor strikes and campaigns for better working conditions. Engaged in public speaking and writing, promoting anarchist and communist ideologies. Involved in the formation of various labor organizations, including the Industrial Workers of the World (IWW). Continued activism into her later years, opposing racism and militarism.
Co-founded the Industrial Workers of the World
Advocated for workers' rights and social justice
Participated in the Haymarket affair remembrance
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