Myanmar Workers Stand Up for Democracy!

July 14, 2021 00:57:02
Myanmar Workers Stand Up for Democracy!
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Myanmar Workers Stand Up for Democracy!

Jul 14 2021 | 00:57:02

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Show Notes

Speaking from a safe house in military-controlled Myanmar, Phyo Sandar Soe, assistant general secretary of the Confederation of Trade Unions-Myanmar, describes how workers have been on the frontlines for democracy since the February 1 coup and says the international community can best help workers fighting for their rights by staying out of the country.   […]

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