Dan Georgakas
Dan Georgakas was an American historian, activist, and writer known for his work on labor history and social justice issues. He was a prominent figure in the Greek-American community and contributed significantly to the study of ethnic history in the United States.
Books
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1. Detroit: I Do Mind Dying
"Detroit: I Do Mind Dying" provides a vivid account of the radical labor and social movements in Detroit during the 1960s and 1970s. The book focuses on the activities of the Dodge Revolutionary Union Movement (DRUM) and the League of Revolutionary Black Workers, which sought to address systemic racism, exploitative labor practices, and the broader socio-economic disparities affecting black workers. Through a blend of historical narrative and personal testimonies, the book captures the intensity and passion of a pivotal moment in American labor history, highlighting the struggles and achievements of these revolutionary movements in their fight against industrial exploitation and racial injustice.
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