Class Quote by Elizabeth Gurley Flynn
“The wage-earning class the world over are the victims of society.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Labor rally speech, 1919
The working class worldwide suffers under societal structures that exploit them
In simple terms: Workers are victims of society
Key Takeaway
Advocate for systemic change to protect workers
Themes
justice
class struggle
economic inequality
Mood
determined
urgent
Type
political
activist
When to use this quote
- union organizing
- policy reform
- community education
Key Concepts
socialism
exploitation
labor rights
Questions to Reflect On
- What reforms can reduce exploitation?
- How can workers unite across borders?
A Different Perspective
Economic systems are complex and change is gradual
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