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Migratory worker in auto camp, Yakima Valley, Washington, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Migratory worker in auto camp, Yakima Valley, Washington, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Migratory worker in auto camp. Single man, speaks his mind. " Them WPAs are keeping us from a living. They oughtn t to do it. It ain t fair in no way. The government lays them off (that is in Work Projects Administration - 1939) and they come in because they re locals and take the jobs away from us that never had no forty-four dollars a month. I came out of Pennsylvania, used to be an oil worker. I m getting along in years now and I seen lots of presidents and lots of systems. Voted for Roosevelt both times and I don t know of any president that ever leaned toward the laboring man like him, but this system they ve got here in the fruit is a rotten system the way they work it." Yakima Valley, Washington
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This powerful photograph captures the essence of a migratory worker in the Yakima Valley during the Great Depression. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in 1939, it showcases a single man who fearlessly speaks his mind about the struggles faced by laborers like him. Dressed in bib overalls and wearing glasses, this weathered individual stands against an outdoor backdrop, symbolizing his connection to nature and hard work. His hat adds a touch of character to his appearance, reflecting his resilience amidst challenging circumstances. Lange's lens reveals not only the physical presence of this migrant worker but also gives voice to his frustrations with government policies that affect their livelihoods. He expresses discontent towards the Work Projects Administration (WPA), which he believes is taking away job opportunities from those who have never had steady income before. Having migrated from Pennsylvania where he used to work as an oil worker, this man has witnessed different presidents and systems throughout his life. Despite having voted for Roosevelt twice and acknowledging him as a president sympathetic towards laborers' rights, he criticizes how fruit farming operates in Yakima Valley. Through Lange's poignant composition and her subject's outspokenness, this photograph becomes more than just an image; it becomes a testament to the hardships faced by migrant workers during one of America's most challenging times. It serves as a reminder of their resilience and determination while shedding light on systemic issues that continue to impact marginalized communities today.
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