William O'Brien

William O'Brien was an Irish journalist and politician active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He championed workers’ rights and social justice, advocating for better wages and working conditions. O'Brien founded and led the Irish National Land League, promoting land reform to benefit rural tenants. He also worked within political parties to push for reforms, sometimes breaking with traditional approaches to better serve the needs of ordinary people. His efforts significantly influenced Irish social and political movements, emphasizing fairness and improvements for the working class.