Policy for the People

On strike! Hope and challenges for the labor movement

September 07, 2023 Oregon Center for Public Policy Episode 37
Policy for the People
On strike! Hope and challenges for the labor movement
Show Notes

All of the strike activity we’re seeing right now is a hopeful sign for those who want to see an economy that works for everyone. In this episode, we speak with Margaret Poydock and Jennifer Sherer of the Economic Policy Institute, co-authors of the recent report What to know about this summer’s strike activity. We discuss what’s driving the recent wave of strikes, the challenges workers encounter when seeking to strike, and the policy changes that would strengthen workers’ ability to act collectively.