Norman Markowitz

 
 
Norman Markowitz

Philip Foner’s The Great Depression 1929 – 1932: A review

Philip Foner’s The Great Depression 1929 – 1932: A review

The William Z Foster led Trade Union Unity League played an important role and helped initiate the campaign that led to unemployment insurance.

BY:Norman Markowitz| February 3, 2023
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The Trumpist Supreme Court: Off the rails of democracy

The Trumpist Supreme Court: Off the rails of democracy

The history behind the Court’s blitzkrieg against the people's rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.

BY:Norman Markowitz| August 5, 2022
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Lucy Parsons, American revolutionary

Lucy Parsons, American revolutionary

The Chicago police considered Parsons "more dangerous than a thousand rioters."

BY:Norman Markowitz| March 18, 2022
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Peaceful coexistence yesterday and today: Realities and legacies
BY:Norman Markowitz| December 17, 2021
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The long and sinister history behind the Rittenhouse acquittal

The long and sinister history behind the Rittenhouse acquittal

The road to the Rittenhouse verdict is littered with slave catchers, Klansmen, vigilantes, and militias.

BY:Norman Markowitz| December 10, 2021
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