"In essence, a general strike is the complete and total shutdown of the economy. A general strike can last for a day, a week, or longer depending on the severity of the crisis, the resolve of the strikers, and the extent of public solidarity."
Moore lashes out at media coverage of Wisconsin protests. Good piece for other reasons as well.
"So, of course, the so-called liberal ‘news’ media has taken a complete pass on covering these events. The sun came up on Monday morning to find every TV ‘news’ network, as well as every newspaper outside of Madison, covering the Oscars wall to wall with nary a mention of the political action taking place in Wisconsin."
Check out the list of co-sponsors (to-date) and if your Rep. isn’t there, please ask them to consider getting on board. If they are already a co-sponsor, thank them for their leadership!
"More Americans would rather raise taxes than reduce state employee benefits to close a budget shortfall, according to a new New York Times/CBS poll."
Silly majorities. What do they know anyhow?