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“The real breeders of discontent and alien doctrines of government and philosophies subversive of good citizenship are such as these who take the law into their own hands.”

Quote by John L. Lewis

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John L. Lewis was a prominent labor leader in the United States during the 20th century. He served as the president of the American Federation of Labor (AFL) and played a crucial role in the American labor movement. more

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