Benjamin Gitlow

1891–1965 (age 74)

Political Activist

Biography

Benjamin Gitlow dedicated his life to political activism, first through socialist organizing and later as a reformer who sought to reconcile labor rights with a constitutional path.

He maintained a commitment to public discourse and personal integrity, engaging readers with his writings and fostering civil debate around Cedar Park Cemetery's quiet walks.

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