John L. Handcox (1904–1992) was a Great Depression-era tenant farmer and union advocate from Arkansas known for his politically charged songs and poetry.

Handcox is noted for playing a "vital role in bettering the lives of sharecroppers and energizing labor union organizers and members.

[4] In 1935, Handcox joined the Southern Tenant Farmers Union and began writing songs and poetry to rally the group's members.

His songs were later promoted by fellow protest songsters, Pete Seeger, Woody Guthrie, and Joe Glazer.

[4][5] On January 31, 1992, Handcox was honored at a Tribute at the City Heights, San Diego Labor Council headquarters.