Which of the following was the primary goal of the American Federation of Labor?
A) achieving political reform
B) gaining a higher social status
C) addressing immigrant labor
D) improving work conditions
E) creating labor legislation

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The primary goal of the American Federation of Labor was improving work conditions, specifically for skilled workers. The organization focused on collective bargaining, striking for better wages and working conditions, and limiting the number of hours worked in a day. While they did work towards labor legislation, the primary goal was improving conditions in the workplace. Achieving political reform and gaining a higher social status were not stated goals of the organization, and while they did address immigrant labor, it was not the primary goal.

Which of the Following Was the Primary Goal of the American