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“War is the mass murder of workers. When workers refuse to obey the calls of their governments, there will be no more war.”

Quote by Keir Hardie

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Keir Hardie was a distinguished Scottish politician, recognized for his tenure as a Member of Parliament. Born on August 15, 1856, he dedicated his life to the cause of labor rights and social justice. Hardie's political career spanned several decades, during which he emerged as a leading figure in the labor movement and the Labour Party. more

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