Syndicalism
(noun)
A theory or system of labor union organization that advocates direct action, including the use of strikes, to achieve the demands of workers and the overthrow of capitalism.
Origin:
This word is derived from the french word "syndicalisme" which is a term coined by french trade unionist fernand pelloutier in 1895. .
Examples:
- Syndicalism is a political ideology that emphasizes the importance of worker's control over the means of production.
- The labor movement in the early 20th century was heavily influenced by syndicalism.
- Syndicalism is a form of socialism that emphasizes the role of workers' unions in social and economic change.
- The industrial workers of the world were the main advocates of syndicalism in the early 20th century.
- The advocates of syndicalism believed that strikes and direct action were the most effective means of achieving workers' rights.