Workers Speak Out: Unions Are Essential to Democracy

Episode 5 March 29, 2023 00:14:43
Workers Speak Out: Unions Are Essential to Democracy
Solidarity Center
Workers Speak Out: Unions Are Essential to Democracy

Mar 29 2023 | 00:14:43

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Show Notes

Workers from around the world, including those exiled from Belarus, Eswatini and Myanmar for forming unions, striking and trying to speak freely, describe why democracy is important—and why unions are key to democracy.

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