Bill Fletcher
Unions In The Face Of Fascism (Hour 2)
Matt Rothschild and Angela Lang dive deep with Bill Fletcher, a prominent political activist and labor organizer, to dissect the ominous parallels between Trump's administration and fascist regimes. He emphasizes the critical role of the labor movement in resisting Trump's divisive tactics, highlighting the need for internal education and solidarity. Despite labor's dwindling numbers, its potential as a democratic force remains potent. The conversation also tackles the racial and historical ignorance Trump exploits, framing his worldview as revanchist. Fletcher underscores the importance of broad, inclusive resistance movements to counteract authoritarian threats, urging strategic unity across societal sectors.
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