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Mick Lynch on Starmer, strikes and a united Ireland
Feb 9, 2024
Mick Lynch, a charismatic figure known for advocating for public sector striking, discusses his critique of Keir Starmer's leadership and the need for solidarity and wealth redistribution. The podcast also delves into the incompetence of ministers in the railway industry, Mick's experiences with political figures and unions, his socialist beliefs, and support for a united Ireland. They also touch on concerns about Joe Biden's cognitive decline and the difficult choice in the American presidency.
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- Advocating for working class people and pushing for better conditions and fairer distribution of wealth is crucial in addressing the wave of strikes and industrial unrest in Britain.
- The concerns about President Joe Biden's memory issues and potential cognitive decline have raised doubts about his viability as president, highlighting the choices facing voters in the upcoming elections.
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Strikes and Working Class Advocacy
Mick Lynch, the general secretary of the RMT union, discusses the wave of strikes and industrial unrest in Britain. He highlights the importance of advocating for working class people and pushing for better conditions and fairer distribution of wealth. Lynch emphasizes the need for stronger public ownership, particularly in housing, to address class divisions and create a more equal society. He shares his disappointment with the current Labour leadership and calls for a bolder stance in representing working people.
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