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Kerry Shockey
Labor attorney and part-time labor historian who appears as the episode's expert guest, providing analysis on Eugene V. Debs, labor history and anti-war activism.
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Jan 18, 2021
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Episode 138 - Eugene Debs
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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.
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