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Florence Kelley

American activist (1859-1932) · United States · On the map · Activists · Died at 72

Florence Molthrop Kelley was an American social and political reformer who coined the term wage abolitionism. Her work against sweatshops and for the minimum wage, eight-hour workdays, and children's rights is widely regarded today.

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United States
Category
Activists
Type
Activist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1859 to 1932 · aged 72