Read this quote from a campaign speech by Eugene Debs. “I am not a labor leader. I don't want you to follow me or anyone else. I
f you are looking for a Moses to lead you out of the capitalist wilderness you will stay right where you are. I would not lead you into this promised land if I could, because if I could lead you in, someone else could lead you out.” What conclusion can be drawn about Eugene Debs’ beliefs after reading this quote? Debs hoped that a labor union would offer him its leadership. Debs believed workplaces should have standard safety codes. Debs had moved on from his days as a labor organizer. Debs was fearful of being sent back to jail again.
