John L. Lewis in Detroit, MI, in 1937 and William Green in Washington, DC, the same year

The video discusses the leadership of the American Federation of Labor (AFL) and the desire to extend membership to unskilled workers. This initiative led to a significant split within the organization, resulting in the formation of the Congress of Industrial Organizations (CIO) by Louis and ten other independent unions.

What was the intention of the Presidents regarding membership in the AFL?

How did the AFL aim to include unskilled workers?

What challenges did the AFL face in its organization?

Who was involved in the split of the AFL and what was their role?

What does BCIO stand for and what was its significance?