Key Concepts from Labor Movements and Political Ideologies

These flashcards cover essential vocabulary related to labor movements, political ideologies, and key historical events, providing definitions for understanding concepts discussed in class.

Solidarity and Unity

The principle that labor must unite globally to ensure freedom for all nations, as one nation's freedom is essential for another's.

Economic Emancipation

The liberation of workers from economic oppression, as one of the primary goals discussed in labor movements.

Good Workers and Leaders

The notion that effective leaders in the labor movement are those who renounce wealth and status for the sake of workers.

Cooperation between Labor and Women's Movement

The idea that workers and women, both oppressed classes, must join forces to advocate for their rights.

Actual Brotherhood

The feeling of solidarity among the poor, encouraging mutual support and care within their community.

Taiping Rebellion

A significant uprising in China during the late 19th century that motivated population movements and migrations.

Racially Motivated Opposition

The response from certain nativist and nationalist groups in western countries against immigrants during the 19th century.

Natural Rights

The rights inherent to all individuals, as proposed by John Locke, emphasizing the right to life, liberty, and property.

Expanded Suffrage

The theme of increasing voting rights throughout history, particularly in contemporary discussions.

Mary Wollstonecraft

An influential feminist thinker known for advocating for women's rights and education in the 18th century.

The Tanzimat Reforms

A series of reforms in the Ottoman Empire aimed at modernization and addressing nationalist concerns.

Dhimmi Status

The term referring to non-Muslims in the Ottoman Empire who were subjected to special taxes and regulations, which the empire sought to reform.