 Sitdowns, scabs, goon squads, unemployment, hunger marches, red baiting and finally the energetic birth of the CIO: the 1930s were a landmark period for the American labor movement. “Union Maids” – screening free next Tuesday, December 18 at both the Takoma and Shirlington Busboys and Poets -- is the story of three women who lived that history and make it come alive today. It was the first film of its kind–an oral history, using a wealth of footage from the National Archives to chronicle the fight to form industrial unions as seen through the eyes of rank and file women. Nominated for an Oscar in 1978 for best feature documentary. “This inspiring film will be a classic,” said Pete Seeger.” It makes the 1930s live. It makes you laugh, makes you cheer. It’s going to be shown through the years, to millions.”
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