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Helen Keller studied socialism [Audio Description]

Helen Keller became interested in socialism and demanded equal rights for all.

Aired 10/19/2021

American Masters

Helen Keller studied socialism [Audio Description]

Clip: 10/19/2021 | 1m 41sVideo has Closed Captions

Helen Keller became interested in socialism and demanded equal rights for all.

Helen Keller became interested in politics and read extensively on socialism. She began to write articles for The Call, a socialist paper in New York City. "It can't be unreasonable to ask of a society a fair chance for all. It can't be unreasonable to demand the protection of women and children and an honest wage for all," she said.

Aired 10/19/2021

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