Andrea Costa

Andrea Costa (1851-1910) was an influential Italian politician and socialist. He is known for being one of the founding figures of Italian socialism and played a significant role in the establishment of the Italian Socialist Party in 1892. Costa advocated for workers' rights, social reform, and was a prominent voice for the labor movement in Italy. He emphasized the importance of education and social justice, aiming to improve the living conditions of the working class. Costa’s efforts contributed to the wider socialist movement in Europe and laid the groundwork for future political developments in Italy.