The Fire that Sparked a Workplace Revolution

The video discusses the history of sweatshops in the US, focusing on the 1911 Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire in New York, where many Jewish immigrants worked under dangerous conditions. The fire resulted in the deaths of 146 workers, highlighting the lack of safety measures. Despite the tragedy, factory owners Blanck and Harris were acquitted of manslaughter. The incident led to significant changes in workplace safety laws, driven by unions. The video concludes by questioning the role of unions in addressing unsafe working conditions today.

How did the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire impact workplace safety laws in New York?

What role do you think unions and workers can play in addressing unsafe working conditions today?