Dig: Blue Collar Empire w/ Jeff Schuhrke
Jacobin Radio
The Labor Movement's Cold War Complications
This chapter examines the complex interplay between the American labor movement and anti-communist activities during the Cold War, illuminating how unions influenced U.S. foreign policies and engaged in actions that contradicted their progressive image. It discusses the rise and fall of radical influences within unions, the expulsion of communist members during the McCarthy era, and the significant impact of this purge on inclusive labor practices. The chapter also reflects on historical legislation such as the Taft-Hartley Act and its long-term repercussions on the struggles for labor rights and solidarity among workers.
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