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Confronting Capitalism: Workers Without a Party

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The Impact of NAFTA on American Workers and Political Strategy

This chapter explores the adverse effects of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) on U.S. workers, detailing the impact on manufacturing jobs due to increased imports from China. It also examines a pivotal shift in the Democratic Party's focus during the Clinton administration, prioritizing economic policies favorable to higher-income groups over the needs of blue-collar workers.

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