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A Return to Gompers: Teamsters president Sean O'Brien's speech at the Republican National Convention may represent a return to nonpartisan realpolitik for unions. But does that reflect labor's strength or its decline?

  • Published In: Jacobin Magazine, 2024, n. 55. P. 146 1 of 3

  • Database: Sociology Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Guastella, Dustin 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses Teamsters president Sean O'Brien's speech at the Republican National Convention, highlighting a potential return to nonpartisan realpolitik for unions. It explores the historical context of labor's political strategies, referencing Samuel Gompers' approach of rewarding friends and punishing enemies in both major parties. The text reflects on labor's current weakened state, emphasizing the need for a stronger labor movement to advocate for its own candidates and vision of society beyond existing party platforms. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Jacobin Magazine. 2024/10, Issue 55, p146
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Economics
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:2470-6930
  • Accession Number:182430926
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