

Where is the working class' power? An interview with Peter Olney and John Womack
26 snips Oct 28, 2024
Peter Olney, a seasoned labor organizer with over 50 years of experience, joins Harvard historian John Womack to discuss their book on labor strategy. They dive into innovative approaches for organizing workers, highlighting the importance of solidarity across diverse sectors. The duo emphasizes the need for revitalizing the labor movement amidst capitalism’s challenges and the role of community support in strengthening workers' rights. They also explore global labor dynamics, stressing international solidarity, especially among underrepresented groups like the Latino workforce.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Reimagining Labor Power
03:27 • 33min
Sectionalism and Workers' Power at the Port
36:08 • 5min
Revitalizing the Labor Movement
40:49 • 13min
Labor Solidarity and Global Struggles
53:39 • 29min
Building Working Class Power Amidst Capitalism's Resilience
01:23:07 • 2min
Reflections on Labor Struggles and the Fishing Life
01:25:09 • 4min