Compared to the American Federation of Labor, the Industrial Workers of the World union was conservative for its day.

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The Industrial Workers of the World (IWW) union was actually more radical than the American Federation of Labor (AFL). The IWW was known for its commitment to industrial unionism, direct action, and advocating for the overthrow of capitalism. In contrast, the AFL was more focused on skilled craft workers and collective bargaining within the confines of capitalist society.