David Van Deusen

David Van Deusen, former head of the Vermont state AFL-CIO and an organizer of union-based resistance, discusses the impact of government policies on the working class. He critiques the Trump-era tariffs and their harmful effects on public employees. The conversation also highlights Vermont's labor movement as a model of resilience. Van Deusen emphasizes the need for grassroots training in union organization and proactive resistance against socio-political challenges. The episode showcases the importance of solidarity in empowering workers and addressing economic inequalities.