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The Dig
Building the Union w/ Hannah Srajer
Feb 1, 2025
Hannah Srajer, President of the Connecticut Tenants Union, discusses revolutionary approaches to tenant organizing by applying labor models. She highlights the power of collective bargaining, drawing from the success of the Blake Street Tenant Union, which achieved more equitable leases. Srajer emphasizes community resilience in the face of landlord aggression, showcasing the Concord Hills Tenant Union's fight for justice. The podcast also explores the broader impact of grassroots movements in reshaping tenant rights across the nation.
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- The Connecticut Tenants Union employs labor organizing strategies to build tenant unions that enable collective bargaining and empower vulnerable communities.
- The Blake Street Tenant Union's victory in securing a collectively bargained lease illustrates the effectiveness of organized tenant responses against landlord exploitation.
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Hannah Schreier and the Connecticut Tenants Union
Hannah Schreier leads the Connecticut Tenants Union (CTTU), which employs a robust model for organizing tenants across Connecticut. Drawing inspiration from successful labor union strategies, CTTU emphasizes the formation of tenant unions that utilize structured leadership, democratic decision-making, and collective bargaining. By organizing tenants to recognize their rights and build power, CTTU aims to create a strong frontline against landlords who often exploit vulnerable communities. The union has rapidly gained traction with 15 chapters statewide, demonstrating the efficacy of its grassroots, militant organizing approach.
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