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Then came a big strike. About 100 girls went out. The…

“Then came a big strike. About 100 girls went out. The result was a victory, which netted us - I mean the girls - $2 increase in our wages on the average.” quote by Rose Schneiderman
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“Then came a big strike. About 100 girls went out. The result was a victory, which netted us - I mean the girls - $2 increase in our wages on the average.”

Rose Schneiderman

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A large strike by women resulted in a modest wage increase per worker.

In simple terms: Women’s strike led to higher wages.

Key Takeaway

Organize collective action for fair pay.

Themes

labor rights women’s empowerment collective bargaining

Mood

determined hopeful

Type

historical motivational

When to use this quote

  • workplace
  • activism
  • policy reform

Key Concepts

economic justice unionism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What can amplify the impact of a strike?
  • How do you sustain momentum after a win?
A Different Perspective

Wage gains may be modest despite effort.

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