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Elizabeth Gurley Flynn

(1890–1964) Women's Rights Activist United States

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Elizabeth Gurley Flynn was a women's rights activist from the United States, best known for Direct action & sabotage.

Quick Facts About Elizabeth Gurley Flynn

Born
August 7, 1890
Died
September 5, 1964
Nationality
United States
Profession
Women's Rights Activist
Notable works
Direct action & sabotage

About Elizabeth Gurley Flynn

Elizabeth Gurley Flynn was an American labor leader and feminist. In the early years of her activist career, she was an organizer for the Industrial Workers of the World. During World War I she founded the Workers Defense Union (WDU), to advocate for anyone arrested and imprisoned for violating the Espionage Act while championing the cause of labor. In 1920, Flynn helped found the American Civil Liberties Union. She joined the Communist Party USA in 1936 during the Popular Front period and became one of its most recognized and beloved leaders.

Biography source: Wikipedia

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