Kerry Shockey

Kerry Shockey, a labor attorney and part-time historian, dives deep into the life of Eugene V. Debs, a key figure in labor history and anti-war activism. They explore Debs' early railroad career, the rise of industrial unionism, and the brutal repression faced during the Pullman Strike. Shockey highlights Debs' transformation into a socialist leader and his daring presidential run from prison. The discussion also parallels Debs' struggles against wartime repression with modern-day issues of dissent and surveillance, revealing the timelessness of his legacy.