Bad Faith Episode 503 Promo - Labor is Complicit (w/ Christian Smalls)
Aug 25, 2025
Chris Smalls shares his harrowing experience after being detained by Israel while supporting Gaza's freedom. He critiques the silence of progressive leaders like Bernie Sanders and AOC amid his struggles, underscoring a betrayal felt by many in labor movements. Smalls is determined to create a new labor party, advocating for true representation outside of Democratic control. The discussion also links the struggles of Palestinian and Black communities, emphasizing the need for solidarity against systemic injustices.
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Labor Must Call Out Political Hypocrisy
- Chris Smalls argues labor must call out politicians who enable violence and hypocrisy.
- He says younger union members won't tolerate leaders who endorse parties enabling genocide.
Betrayal By Progressive Democrats
- Chris Smalls describes feeling betrayed by AOC and Bernie who praised him during Amazon organizing but stayed silent after his detention.
- He names exceptions like Summer Lee, Rashida Tlaib, Cori Bush, Jamal Bowman, and Nina Turner who spoke up.
Pressure Unions And Politicians To Act
- Hold politicians accountable publicly for contradictory positions and inaction.
- Encourage rank-and-file union members to pressure leadership to take consistent stands.