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politics2 years ago•6 min saved

"Argentinians Nationwide Strike Against President Milei's Austerity Policies"

Argentina's libertarian President Javier Milei faced a one-day general strike protesting his decree targeting unions and proposals for economic and labor law changes. The strike, organized by the biggest union CGT, was joined by other unions, social groups, and political opponents. Milei, known for his austerity agenda, aims to reduce state spending and limit union power. Despite triple-digit inflation and a steep devaluation of the peso, Milei remains popular, but the strike reflects growing opposition to his rapid and dramatic reforms.

via The Associated Press|

#argentina #economic-reforms #general-strike

labor-relations2 years ago•8 min saved

Employers' Miscalculations Fuel Industry Strikes and Challenges

Recent labor standoffs, including strikes by Hollywood writers, UPS employees, and University of California student employees, have resulted in substantial gains for workers, indicating that they have more leverage than in the past. Employers are being caught off guard by the tactics and resolve of new union leaders, underestimating the frustration and determination of the post-pandemic workforce. Employers are acting from outdated templates and are miscalculating their concessions, while unions are successfully rallying members and the public. The changing landscape of labor negotiations, increased public support for unions, and workers' willingness to follow through on strikes are contributing to this shift in power dynamics.

via The New York Times|

#employer-miscalculations #labor-negotiations #labor-relations