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Mississippi AFL-CIO meeting, February 10, 1961, 1961

 Item
Identifier: L1986-26_AV0006

Scope and Contents

In this recording, meeting attendees focus on the importance of increased labor mobilization and political activity in Mississippi and the Southern United States. Participants discussed the need for a well-organized and mobilized political labor vote, the success of similar efforts in Louisiana and Tennessee was highlighted, and funding for this program was proposed as well as a potential legislative program. Other topis discussed are: covering areas like workman's compensation, college loans, and tax laws. Communication with union members and the involvement of local unions were emphasized, along with the need for active leadership roles in organizations.

Dates

  • Creation: 1961

Creator

Restrictions on Access

Collection is open for research use. Some sound recordings can only be accessed in the Special Collections and Archives Reading Room.

Extent

1 Item(s)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections Repository

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