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Harold J. Laski: So, also, I should argue that the Seamen’s Union would be justified in striking, to see to it, if it could, that every…

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So, also, I should argue that the Seamen’s Union would be justified in striking, to see to it, if it could, that every vessel putting to sea carries with it wireless equipment.
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Harold J. Laski

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Laski supports the Seamen’s Union's right to strike for safety measures on vessels, emphasizing public interest.

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