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Guide to the Robert Fitch Papers WAG.261
Descriptive Summary
| Creator:
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Fitch, Robert, 1938- |
| Source
- dnr:
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Fitch, Robert, 1938- |
| Source
- dnr:
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LaTour, Jane |
| Title: |
Robert Fitch Papers |
| Dates [inclusive]: |
1905-2016 |
| Dates [bulk]: |
1990-2005 |
| Abstract: |
Robert Fitch was an independent journalist, labor union organizer and professor of
political sociology, urban studies and labor studies. He is the author of Ghana: End of An Illusion, Who Rules The Corporation?, The Assassination of New York and Solidarity for Sale as well as numerous articles in the Village Voice, the Nation, The Baffler, Newsday, Tikkun and other journals, magazines and newspapers. His books and articles largely focus
on corruption within labor unions and local government in New York City. Fitch also
taught and lectured at universities throughout New York City, including Long Island
University, John Jay College of Criminal Justice, Queens College and LaGuardia Community
College. The bulk of the collection consists of Fitch's research files on a variety
of topics, including labor union corruption (particularly in relation to real estate
deals and pension funds), political corruption, antisemitism, the development and
government of New York City, and the history of labor unions. Also included are Fitch's
handwritten notebooks and notecards, his speeches and writings are also present, lectures
and syllabi from classes he taught at various institutions, cassette tapes containing
copies of Fitch's show on WBAI-FM, optical media and a small amount of personal material.
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| Quantity: |
23.75 Linear Feet in 23 record cartons, 1 manuscript box, and 1 half manuscript box |
| Location: |
Materials stored offsite and advance notice is required for use. Please contact tamiment.wagner@nyu.edu
at least two business days prior to research visit.
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| Language: |
Materials are in English |
| Call Phrase: |
WAG.261 |
