Labor leader John L. Lewis appears before the U.S. Senate Committee to defend striking workers.

The transcript discusses the fear of conflict and the economic, political, and financial power wielded by southern operators over communities. It highlights the challenges faced by union members, including the control of resources and community policing by private gunmen. The transcript also touches on the disparity in aid distribution, emphasizing the neglect of mining regions in favor of international aid.

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