Tom Conway (USW) / Leo Jennings (Working Class Perspectives)

America’s Work Force Union Podcast

English - June 25, 2021 19:43 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MB - ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
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Workers in western Pennsylvania are on strike due to a breakdown in contract negotiations and they are not backing down. United Steelworkers International President Tom Conway discussed the strike on the AWF Union Podcast. He also shared his views on current infrastructure talks and where they may and should lead.

Leo Jennings of Working Class Perspectives also joined today’s episode. He discussed the need for a working class bill of rights and what should be included in it. Some components include raising wages, making mortgages obtainable and making college more affordable.