American Socialist (2020)
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Struggles of the Pullman Workers
This chapter explores the economic challenges faced by the Pullman Palace Car Company during a nationwide depression, highlighting the disparity between the opulence of their train cars and the grim reality for workers. It chronicles the rise of labor unrest among Pullman workers exacerbated by wage cuts and high living costs, culminating in a significant nationwide strike. The narrative emphasizes the conflict between labor leaders like Eugene Debs and government intervention, ultimately leading to tragic consequences and the evolution of labor rights in the U.S.
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