Unraveling the Ambiguity: Working Class Concept in Post-Election Analysis
#WorkingClass #PoliticalManipulationRebecca Solnit delves into the elusive definition of the American 'working class,' revealing varied interpretations that encompass income, education, and ownership of production means. Highlighting the blurred lines within this group, she critiques the term's political manipulation and intersectionality with race and gender. read more
"Working Class Heroes Fund: Advocating for Representation in Government"
#WorkingClass #PoliticalActionCouncilDan Osborn, a union mechanic, exceeded expectations in a Nebraska Senate race, advocating for unions and workers. He is launching a PAC, Working Class Heroes Fund, to support working-class candidates, aiming to address the lack of working-class representation in government. read more
"Former Amazon Worker Exposes Harsh Reality of Britain's New Working Class"
#WorkingClass #HealthInequalityFormer Amazon worker Karolina Sobczak's experience sheds light on the struggles of the post-industrial working class in Mansfield. Despite being mistreated and facing chronic health issues, the workers are essential but underappreciated, contrasting sharply with the success of Amazon's billionaire founder. read more