Podcast Summary
Trans kids and educators risk: Political climate puts trans kids, educators at risk; historical context of labor rights reminds importance of standing up for rights despite adversity
The current political climate puts trans kids and educators at risk, with some actions seemingly motivated solely by political gain. This was discussed on the Union Talk Podcast on the Labor Radio Podcast Network. Looking back in history, on this date in 1894, the strike against the Pullman Palace Car Company resulted in violence, with 34 American Rail Union members killed by troops. Sidney Hillman, a key labor figure, once said, "Politics is the science of who gets what, when and why." The Labor Radio Podcast is supported by Union Plus, and for more labor news and events, visit LaborHeritage.org. The violent suppression of the Pullman strike serves as a reminder of the importance of standing up for workers' rights, even in the face of adversity.