Deaths on May 23

Utah Phillips

Died on May 23, 2008

Utah Phillips, American singer-songwriter and poet (b. 1935)

Bruce Duncan "Utah" Phillips (May 15, 1935 – May 23, 2008) was an American labor organizer, folk singer, storyteller and poet. He described the struggles of labor unions and the power of direct action, self-identifying as an anarchist. He often promoted the Industrial Workers of the World in his music, actions, and words.

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Deaths on May 23

Utah Phillips

Died on May 23, 2008

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