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“We have reached a point today where labor-saving devices are good only when they do not throw the worker out of his job.”

Quote by Eleanor Roosevelt

Book:The Eleanor Roosevelt Papers: The human rights years, 1945-1948

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The Eleanor Roosevelt Papers: The human rights years, 1945-1948

The Eleanor Roosevelt Papers: The human rights years, 1945-1948 is a comprehensive compilation of Eleanor Roosevelt's work during her pivotal role in shaping the early years of the United Nations and promoting human rights on a global scale. The volume includes her correspondence, speeches, and personal reflections, offering a detailed look into her efforts to establish the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and her interactions with world leaders and activists of the time. more

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Eleanor Roosevelt

Former First Lady of the United States, political activist, and author. Eleanor Roosevelt is renowned for her exceptional social activism and contributions to civil rights. She served as the First Lady during her husband Franklin D. Roosevelt's presidency and continued to be actively involved in political and social affairs after his death. more

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