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Mark Hancock, National President of the Canadian Union of Public Employees, shares insights on leading a successful strike among Air Canada flight attendants, spotlighting the fight for fair wages and improved working conditions. Historian Garrett Graff delves into the alarming trends towards authoritarianism in America, critiquing the corporate-political alliance and discussing the moral responsibilities tied to current global crises. Their conversation highlights the power of unions in advocating for worker rights amid rising political tensions.

It's a classic News Day Tuesday on Majority Report On Today's show: Trump is attempting to fire Federal Reserve Govenor Lisa Cook via tweet, accusing her of mortgage fraud yet no charges have been filed. This is just the continuation of his crusade to influence interest rate cuts. As the Pentagon reports that preparation for a National Guard invasion of Chicago started months ago, Illinois governor JB Pritzker fires back and points out that 13 of the 20 cities with the highest homicide rates and 8 out of 10 states with the highest crime rates are red states. Missouri GOP Representative Mark Alford is scorched at a town hall by a farmer, In the Fun Half: Graham Platner is peppered with horrible questions on CNN and answers them all perfectly. Ben Shapiro lies about how much he can bench press in a pathetic attempt to shame Zohran Mamdani. Wesley Bell desperately attempts to justify receiving millions from AIPAC and Crypto. Hakeem Jeffries writes a strongly worded letter in another feckless display. All that and more. The Congress switchboard number is (202) 224-3121. You can use this number to connect with either the U.S. Senate or the House of Representatives. Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com: https://fans.fm/majority/join Follow us on TikTok here: https://www.tiktok.com/@majorityreportfm Check us out on Twitch here: https://www.twitch.tv/themajorityreport Find our Rumble stream here: https://rumble.com/user/majorityreport Check out our alt YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/majorityreportlive Gift a Majority Report subscription here: https://fans.fm/majority/gift Subscribe to the ESVN YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/esvnshow Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! https://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: https://majority.fm/app Go to https://JustCoffee.coop and use coupon code majority to get 10% off your purchase Check out today's sponsors: NUTRAFOL: Get $10 off your first month’s subscription + free shipping at Nutrafol.com when you use promo code TMR10 SUNSET LAKE:  Head to SunsetLakeCBD.com and buy any three 4-packs, and you’ll get a fourth one for free. Just add four 4-packs to your cart and use the code LABORDAY25 at checkout Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech Check out Matt’s show, Left Reckoning, on YouTube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Check out Matt Binder’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mattbinder Subscribe to Brandon’s show The Discourse on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ExpandTheDiscourse Check out Ava Raiza’s music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.com/ The Majority Report with Sam Seder – https://majorityreportradio.com

It's Fun Day Monday on the Majority Report: On today's show: After 160 days in detention, Kilmar Abrego Garcia was briefly released and reunited with his family only to be detained again on Monday. Despite no due process and lack of evidence, boarder czar Tom Homan declares on Fox News that Kilmar will "absolutely be deported". Author, Joseph Lee joins us to discuss his book "No More of This Land: Community, Power and the Search for Indigenous Identity".  In the Fun Half: Former pipeline lobbyist and current EPA director Lee Zeldin guests on Fox News to announce the abandonment of an 80% finished wind farm off the coast of Rhode Island because the president "isn't a fan of wind". NEC Chair Kevin Hassett defends the taxpayer injection into failing Intel and he expects the US government to do this with more companies. Israel double taps the largest hospital in Gaza killing at least 19 including 5 journalists bringing the total number of journalists killed in Israel's genocide to 192. Trump's personal lawyer, now Dep AG Todd Blanche coaches Ghislaine Maxwell through obvious beg for a pardon. All that and more. The Congress switchboard number is (202) 224-3121. You can use this number to connect with either the U.S. Senate or the House of Representatives. Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com: https://fans.fm/majority/join Follow us on TikTok here: https://www.tiktok.com/@majorityreportfm Check us out on Twitch here: https://www.twitch.tv/themajorityreport Find our Rumble stream here: https://rumble.com/user/majorityreport Check out our alt YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/majorityreportlive Gift a Majority Report subscription here: https://fans.fm/majority/gift Subscribe to the ESVN YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/esvnshow Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! https://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: https://majority.fm/app Go to https://JustCoffee.coop and use coupon code majority to get 10% off your purchase Check out today's sponsors: COZY EARTH: Upgrade your summer. Go to cozyearth.com/MAJORITYREPORT for up to 40% off best-selling temperature-regulating sheets, apparel, and more. ZOCDOC: Go to Zocdoc.com/MAJORITY and download the Zocdoc app to sign-up for FREE and book a top-rated doctor. SUNSET LAKE:  Head to SunsetLakeCBD.com and buy any three 4-packs, and you’ll get a fourth one for free. Just add four 4-packs to your cart and use the code LABORDAY25 at checkout Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech Check out Matt’s show, Left Reckoning, on YouTube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Check out Matt Binder’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mattbinder Subscribe to Brandon’s show The Discourse on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ExpandTheDiscourse Check out Ava Raiza’s music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.com/ The Majority Report with Sam Seder – https://majorityreportradio.com

Derek Davison, a writer and co-host of the American Prestige podcast, joins medieval historian Eleanor Janega, author of The Once and Future Sex, for a provocative discussion. They delve into the recent raid on John Bolton’s offices, unpacking Trump’s contradictory responses. The pair also explore the Crusades' historical echoes in today’s politics and critique the manipulation of narratives surrounding marginalized groups. Expect a blend of humor and sharp analysis as they tackle the absurdities of political dynamics and contemporary challenges.

Elizabeth Pancotti, former economic advisor to Bernie Sanders, discusses how the Trump administration's tariffs are inflating back-to-school supply prices, placing a heavy burden on families. Graham Platner, a Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Maine, shares insights about his campaign strategy and the need for grassroots movements to uplift working-class voices. The conversation also critiques the media's portrayal of immigrants and explores the resulting economic anxieties that parents face during the holiday season.

Julie Su, former Acting U.S. Labor Secretary and labor policy expert, joins the conversation to tackle pressing issues such as Trump's aggressive anti-union stance. She highlights the ongoing fight against gerrymandering in Texas and the internal challenges faced by state Democrats. The discussion dives into the critical need for solidarity among workers and the historical tactics undermining their rights. Su emphasizes the importance of protecting labor laws and the resilience of the working class amid corporate interests winning out in policy decisions.

Lisa Gilbert, Co-president of Public Citizen and founder of the Not Above the Law Coalition, shares her insights on resisting federal overreach in Washington D.C. She discusses Trump's controversial actions and the implications of the Home Rule Act on local governance. The conversation also touches on the struggle for labor rights highlighted by the recent Air Canada strike, showcasing how solidarity can lead to success against government pressure. Listeners will be engaged by the blend of current events and the fight for democratic accountability.

Denys Pilash, an editor and professor from Kyiv, shares gripping insights about life in wartime Ukraine, emphasizing the struggle for democracy amid conflict. He discusses the international community's role and the risks of proposed peace agreements sidelining Ukrainian interests. Alberto Medina, an advocate for Puerto Rico's independence, highlights the island's colonial challenges and financial struggles under U.S. oversight. Their discussions intertwine historical parallels and urgent contemporary issues confronting vulnerable populations.

In this engaging discussion, David Weigel, an insightful political journalist from Semafor, delves into the ongoing tensions in Washington, D.C., including the recent protests against federal troops. He critiques the Democratic Party's failures and explores the impact of right-wing media on public perception. The conversation also highlights the complexities of local governance and the push for D.C. statehood amidst rising crime concerns. Weigel provides a nuanced perspective on how political narratives shape voter sentiment and the challenges faced by progressives today.

Omar Ocampo, a researcher focused on economic inequality, discusses a groundbreaking initiative to open city-run grocery stores in each borough, tackling food deserts head-on. Whitney Curry Wimbish, a staff writer at The American Prospect, sheds light on the private prison industry's booming profits from harsh immigration policies. Together, they explore the real-world implications of these issues, revealing how economic strategies can either uplift communities or exploit vulnerable populations.