Dorothy Day
Dorothy Day was an activist who worked for social causes such as pacifism and women's suffrage through the prism of the Catholic faith.
Activist
November 8, 1897
Scorpio
November 29, 1980
83
Brooklyn, New York
Dorothy Day was a prominent American journalist, social activist, and Catholic convert known for her unwavering commitment to social justice and nonviolent resistance. As a co-founder of the Catholic Worker Movement, she played a crucial role in advocating for pacifism, labor rights, anti-poverty initiatives, and women’s suffrage. Day’s most notable works include her autobiography, “The Long Loneliness,” and her collection of writings, “Loaves and Fishes.” Her enduring legacy continues to inspire social justice movements around the world. Interestingly, Day managed to integrate her anarchist beliefs with her Catholic faith, maintaining her activism throughout her life.