John L. Lewis Quotes

A collection of quotes by John L. Lewis.

John L. Lewis (1880-1969) was an influential American labor leader. He served as the president of the United Mine Workers of America (UMWA) from 1920 until 1960 and was one of the most prominent figures in the labor movement during the 20th century. Lewis played a key role in organizing successful union strikes, securing better wages, benefits, and working conditions for mine workers across the United States. He also founded the Congress of Industrial Organizations (CIO) and helped lead labor's transition from skilled craftsmen to industrial workers. Lewis's commitment to worker rights and collective bargaining left a lasting impact on American labor history.

The organized workers of America, free in their industrial l

The organized workers of America, free in their industrial life, conscious partners in production, secure in their homes and enjoying a decent standard of living, will prove the finest bulwark against the intrusion of alien doctrines of government.

Life Government Home Alienlife

If there is to be peace in our industrial life let the emplo

If there is to be peace in our industrial life let the employer recognize his obligation to his employees - at least to the degree set forth in existing statutes.

Peace

Let the workers organize. Let the toilers assemble. Let thei

Let the workers organize. Let the toilers assemble. Let their crystallized voice proclaim their injustices and demand their privileges. Let all thoughtful citizens sustain them, for the future of Labor is the future of America.

Future

The men in the steel industry who sacrificed their all were

The men in the steel industry who sacrificed their all were nor merely aiding their fellows at home but were adding strength to the cause of their comrades in all industry.

Strength

Workers have kept faith in American institutions. Most of th

Workers have kept faith in American institutions. Most of the conflicts, which have occurred have been when labor's right to live has been challenged and denied.

Faith