Joe Biden and the Labor Unions with Mike Watson
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Friday, February 16, 2024
In this episode, Mike Watson, the research director of Capital Research Center, discusses the administration's labor policies and their alignment with labor unions. He explains the historical role of labor unions in American politics and how their composition has shifted over time. Watson highlights the significant funding unions provide to the Democratic Party and progressive organizations. He also explores the ideological alignment of union leaders with the progressive agenda. The conversation delves into the attitudes of union members towards political parties and the potential attrition from Democrats to Republicans. Watson discusses the mutual backscratching between the Democratic administration and unions, as well as the impact of the Pro Act on unionization. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Wednesday & Friday. For more information visit JobCreatorsNetwork.com
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