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PoindexterOglethorpe

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3. I know, unionism is so strong in this country. . . oh, wait, it's not.

Reply to Moostache (Reply #1)

Tue Jan 13, 2026, 12:08 PM

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People have called for a general strike over various issues many times over the decades.

Hell, even actual union members often cross picket lines to work. Most working people need that regular paycheck, so no, a call for a general strike is meaningless.

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I want a General Strike declared NOW! Moostache Tuesday #1

I know, unionism is so strong in this country. . . oh, wait, it's not. PoindexterOglethorpe Tuesday #3

It's called collective bargaining. gab13by13 Tuesday #2