3564 - Texas Democrats Put Up A Fight; Trump Laps Reagan's Anti-Union Extremism w/ Julie Su

Aug 20, 2025

Julie Su, former Acting U.S. Labor Secretary and labor policy expert, joins the conversation to tackle pressing issues such as Trump's aggressive anti-union stance. She highlights the ongoing fight against gerrymandering in Texas and the internal challenges faced by state Democrats. The discussion dives into the critical need for solidarity among workers and the historical tactics undermining their rights. Su emphasizes the importance of protecting labor laws and the resilience of the working class amid corporate interests winning out in policy decisions.

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INSIGHT

Texas Redistricting Intensifies Gerrymandering

Texas Republicans' redistricting plan would add seats favorable to them and deepen existing gerrymanders, harming Democratic representation.
The move risks creating 'pinker' rather than 'deeper red' districts that become vulnerable if turnout drops from 2024 levels.

ANECDOTE

State Rep. Collier's Overnight Protest

Texas Rep. Nicole Collier refused to sign a permission slip that would allow state police to follow and arrest representatives for leaving.
She stayed overnight in the Texas statehouse as an act of protest against Republican redistricting tactics.

INSIGHT

Federal Attacks Signal Nationwide War On Workers

Donald Trump has launched a broad, explicit war on workers that targets federal employees first and signals wider attacks.
His administration models employer hostility and normalizes anti-union behavior nationwide.

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On today's show:

The Texas State Representative Democrats continue their fight against gerrymandering.

Former Acting Labor Secretary under the Biden Administration, Julie Su joins the show to discuss Trump's war on workers and unions. Check out her piece in The American Prospect

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