Only skilled craft workers such as silversmiths and artisans were allowed to belong to the American Federation of Labor.

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This statement is true. The American Federation of Labor (AFL) was founded in 1886 and initially only allowed skilled craft workers such as silversmiths and artisans to become members. The AFL prioritized collective bargaining and negotiations on behalf of skilled workers in specific trades, rather than attempting to organize all workers across all industries.

Only Skilled Craft Workers Such as Silversmiths and Artisans Were