William Z. Foster

William Z. Foster was an American labor leader and prominent communist politician in the early 20th century. He dedicated his life to organizing workers, advocating for better wages and working conditions through unions and activism. Foster believed that capitalism exploited workers and supported socialist principles to create a more equitable society. He was involved with the Communist Party USA and played a significant role in labor movements, especially during strikes and protests. Foster's work aimed to unite workers across industries to challenge economic inequality and promote social change rooted in socialist ideals.