Activism Archives - Page 209 of 305

Fanya Kaplan

Russian revolutionary who shot and seriously injured Vladimir Lenin, the leader of the Bolshevik Party and the future leader of the Soviet Union.

Ida Tarbell

American journalist, known as one of the leading muckrakers of the progressive era.

Marya Chéliga-Loevy

Polish-French writer, playwright, feminist and pacifist.

Significant figure in 18th-century Britain, playing a key role in social reform, supporting the arts, hosting literary gatherings, offering literary criticism, and writing extensively. She was instrumental in organizing and leading the Blue Stockings Society.

Diamanda Galás

American musician and singer-songwriter who passionately campaigns for AIDS education and the rights of those affected.

Dorothy Parker

American poet, writer, critic, and satirist from New York City. She was celebrated for her sharpness, humor, and insights into urban life in the 20th century.

Edith Simcox

British philosopher, writer, trade union activist, and feminist.

Elizabeth Gurley Flynn

American labor leader, activist, and feminist. Flynn played a key role in the Industrial Workers of the World (IWW) and co-founded the American Civil Liberties Union.