# laborites supporters of the Labor Party, a major British political party organized to protect and further the rights of workers. Originally formed as the Labor Representation Committee in 1900, it was renamed the Labor Party in 1906. Holding mildly socialist policies it rose quickly to power through the 1930s and 1940s. It caused increased nationalization of industry and enacted many social reforms, including a national health service. At the time of this lecture it was the leading political party in Britain.