State of the Union
Interview with: Sen. Bernie Sanders, Mike Pence.
Sep 17, 2023
Sen. Bernie Sanders supports UAW's goals for improved pay and benefits while Mike Pence believes CEO salaries should be left to shareholders. The podcast also discusses the government shutdown, Joe Biden's economic agenda, foreign policy challenges, income inequality, and division among House Republicans.
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- The UAW strike highlights the income inequality issue, with CEOs earning 400 times more than workers and companies' shareholders being responsible for addressing this disparity.
- Sen. Bernie Sanders supports UAW's goals and emphasizes the need for companies to improve pay and benefits, shedding light on the vast salary difference between CEOs and new workers.
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Auto Workers Strike for Fair Wages
The United Auto Workers union is on strike against all three major car manufacturers simultaneously, demanding fair wages and benefits. The strike highlights the growing income and wealth inequality in America, with CEOs making significantly more than their average workers. The union is pushing back against corporate greed and the failure of wages to keep up with inflation. This strike resonates with Americans who are increasingly frustrated with the economic disparities in the country.
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