From its inception, the IWW was deeply committed to free speech issues, and especially those affiliated with labor groups. The IWW formed in 1905 in response to dissatisfaction with the trade unions promoted by the American Federation of Labor (the AFL).
From its inception, the IWW was strongly dedicated to free speech concerns, particularly those associated with labor organizations. The IWW emerged in 1905 as a reaction to the trade unions promoted by the American Federation of Labor (the AFL).