“Poverty breeds lack of self-reliance”
Quote by Daniel De Leon
Work
Two pages from Roman history: I. Plebs leaders and labor leaders. II. The warning of the Gracchi
The book delves into the historical context of plebeian and labor leaders in ancient Rome, examining their influence and the lessons learned from the Gracchi brothers' warnings. more
Author
Daniel De Leon
Daniel De Leon was an American politician, socialist, and labor leader, born on December 14, 1852, and died on May 11, 1914. He played a significant role in the American labor and socialist movements and was one of the founders of the Socialist Labor Party of America. more
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