Ep.31 – Hurrah For Anarchy: A History of Haymarket, May Day, and the Chicago Anarchists
Strangers In A Tangled Wilderness
Generational Contrasts in Activism
The chapter explores the differing attitudes towards radical activism across generations, focusing on the resilience of older activists compared to younger ones. It delves into the histories of influential figures like Lucy Parsons and her husband Albert Parsons, shedding light on their backgrounds in the fight for racial justice and anarchism in the 19th century. Additionally, it touches on the intertwining of abolitionist and labor movements, highlighting the internal divides and ideological complexities within the anarchist scene during turbulent times.
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