Jeremy Corbell investigates a UFO sighting at a California Military base. Saagar appears in the NYT for his thoughts on wearing sneakers in the White House. Krystal and Emily analyze new Harris polls about Biden's chances in 2024. Max Alvarez talks about strikes in the UK and France. The hosts discuss the importance of proper attire for politicians. The ongoing wave of strikes across different countries is highlighted. The podcast also mentions a photo of UK PM and French President and criticizes world leaders for prioritizing greed and power.
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Quick takeaways
Collective action by workers in the UK and France is growing, demanding fair treatment and better working conditions.
The strikes in the UK and France are fueled by dissatisfaction with poor service quality, low wages, and anti-democratic practices.
Escalation and unity among workers are vital in resisting anti-strike laws and government actions that hinder their ability to demand improved working conditions.
Deep dives
National Rail Dispute in the UK
The UK's RMT union has rejected a pay offer of 5% tied to terms and conditions cuts and is planning a day of action on June 2nd. The union is calling for an escalation of action to achieve fair treatment for workers. Strikes involving Azelioth and Amazon workers are also taking place. The government's handling of the railway industry and poor service quality have further fueled the need for an increased focus on workers' rights and fair wages.
Day of Action in France
On June 6th, there will be a national strike in France involving workers from multiple sectors, including energy, transport, and education. The strike aims to unite different groups and coalesce their anger and hope into a collective fight for their legitimate demands. Demonstrations are happening daily, challenging President Macron's policies and anti-democratic practices. The focus is on proving to the government that civil peace cannot be restored without addressing workers' concerns.
Solidarity and Support
To stand in solidarity with the workers in the UK and France, people can show support by spreading awareness of the strikes, sharing information on social media, and expressing solidarity with workers' demands. It is crucial to recognize the power of collective action and the importance of fighting for fair treatment and better working conditions for all.
Massive worker strikes continue to rock Europe
Across Europe, there is a significant wave of worker strikes taking place in response to the cost of living crisis, corporate price gouging, inflation, and job losses. Workers from various industries, including air traffic controllers, airport workers, healthcare workers, educators, Amazon workers, civil servants, teachers, and students, are taking industrial action to combat the decline in working and living standards. Strikes and protests have paralyzed major cities like Paris, Athens, and Istanbul, highlighting the widespread discontent among the working class.
Anti-strike laws and challenges faced by unions
The working class faces challenges from anti-strike laws and government actions. In France, President Emmanuel Macron invoked special powers to bypass parliament and push forward unpopular retirement age reforms, leading to intense protests and demonstrations. In the UK, the government has introduced an anti-strike law that restricts workers' ability to strike. While union leaders have vowed non-compliance, there is a need for escalation and unity among workers to resist these laws and demand better working conditions. There is also a call for support to the strike funds of unions like the RMT to assist low-paid workers in their fight.
This week we discuss a new UFO spotted over a California Military base with guest Jeremy Corbell (@JeremyCorbell) from the Weaponized podcast (https://jeremycorbell.link/), Saagar appearing in the New York Times being quoted for his takes on wearing Sneakers in the White House, Krystal and Emily analyze new Harris polls on Joe Biden's chances in 2024, and Max Alvarez brings us another Art of Class Warfare segment on strikes in the UK and France.