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The Passaic Textile Strike of 1930 was a significant event in American labor history that unfolded in Passaic, New Jersey. It was one of the largest strikes in the textile industry during the Great Depression era. The strike was triggered by the harsh working conditions and low wages faced by textile workers, many of whom were immigrants and women. Led by the Passaic Textile Workers Union, thousands of workers participated in the strike, marching through the streets and demanding better treatment and improved working conditions.
The strike gained national attention and support, drawing sympathy from labor activists, intellectuals, and even some politicians. The workers faced strong resistance from the mill owners, who sought to suppress the strike and maintain their control over the industry. The strike lasted for several months and involved numerous clashes between the striking workers, strikebreakers, and law enforcement. Although the strike did not achieve all of its immediate goals, it brought attention to the plight of industrial workers and contributed to the broader labor movement, leading to improved labor rights and reforms in the years that followed. The Passaic Textile Strike of 1930 serves as a reminder of the struggles faced by workers during a time of economic hardship and the resilience of those who fought for better working conditions and fair treatment.