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Downstream: ‘We Have to Vote Labour’ w/ Mick Lynch

Jun 25, 2024
Mick Lynch, the General Secretary of the RMT, emphasizes voting for Labour, council housing importance, and activism on key issues like Palestine. The discussion covers challenges supporting Labour, rethinking police funding, housing decline, urban planning struggles, immigration complexities, trade unions' significance, and the need for a socialist movement within the Labour Party.
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  • Strategic voting for Labour is crucial to remove the Conservatives from power and address societal issues.
  • Influencing key positions within the Labour Party can drive progressive reforms in employment rights and healthcare.

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Building Class Power in the UK

Building class power in the UK is vital to address political and social issues. Despite differences in political views, the priority is to vote strategically, supporting Labour during elections to remove the Conservatives from power. This necessity stems from the political system's limitations in forming coalitions or left-wing alternatives. While internal leftist disagreements persist, collective action and pressure on political figures such as Stalmer remain crucial.

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