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Kathy Tankersley's avatar

Honestly I don’t think most Americans have a clue about legislation proposed for their benefit (such as this bill by Elizabeth Warren). And a shout out to articles like this one for highlighting the importance of what is at risk if legislation like this doesn’t pass. The lack of decent MSM coverage of what the current house and senate are proposing are sketchy at best. And anything that is beneficial to the middle class is downplayed and mocked by the Republicans and their goon squad “reporters” on Fox as socialism and inflation -boosting and we know Fox is where many Americans get the bulk of their “news”. So I’m pessimistic about America’s chances of keeping our democracy and advancing policies that move us forward into a healthier future. We need full on strategy to put progressive messaging out there that is compelling and speaks to every American. I don’t know the answer how to do that but somehow the Republican message is out there confusing Americans enough that they vote against their best interests. That needs to change fundamentally exposing the special interests in propaganda put out there on the MSM and right wing outlets.

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Luigi Brogna's avatar

Thom; thanks for such an informative article. I am a proud 57 year member of the Machinist's Union. One of the most progressive labor leaders was my friend and mentor IAM president, William W. Winpisinger. I'd be willing to bet you have heard of him. Anyway; last week I sent out a post on Facebook and and email to hundreds of IAM members entitled; " The demise of the labor movement, a short history. I wrote several historical. But I emphasized how the courts and the Republican party will work to destroy organized labor. Your Report will be sent out today and will definitely make, what I wrote, much better and more significant. Thank you so much for all you do.

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