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“God almighty made women and the Rockefeller gang of thieves made the ladies.”

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Mother Jones, known as Mary Harris Jones, was a renowned labor organizer. Born on May 1, 1837, and passing away on November 30, 1930, she dedicated her life to advocating for better working conditions and rights for workers, becoming a significant figure in the labor movement. more

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