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The scab is a traitor to his God, his mother, and his class
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"The scab is a traitor to his God, his mother, and his class"

- Jack London

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This quote by Jack London is a powerful statement about the role of the scab in a labor conflict. A scab is someone who crosses a picket line and works during a strike, therefore weakening the efforts of the strikers. London is stating that the scab is a traitor to his God, his mom, and his class. He is betraying his faith, his household, and his fellow workers. By crossing the picket line, the scab is showing a lack of commitment and uniformity with his fellow employees. He is likewise revealing a disrespect for the labor motion and the struggle for better working conditions. London's quote is a reminder that the scab is not just a traitor to his fellow employees, but likewise to his faith, his family, and his class. It is an effective tip of the value of uniformity and commitment in the labor motion.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Jack London between January 12, 1876 and November 22, 1916. He/she was a famous Novelist from USA. The author also have 13 other quotes.

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