Minnesota lawmakers are supporting a strike on Jan. 23, urging people to skip work, stay home from school and not go shopping for the day. More on why they support the strike here:
One of the things I keep seeing in relation to strikes-- the idea that calling out sick is good enough— is somewhat problematic, honestly. A strike is a clear picket, And holds little value if it’s not clear that you’re doing it for the cause
No. That’s simply untrue. A strike from being at home is not a serious strike. You need everyone who’s physically capable on the picket lines at least somewhat, and any union will tell you the same. We are strong when we stand together.
One of the things I keep seeing in relation to strikes-- the idea that calling out sick is good enough— is somewhat problematic, honestly. A strike is a clear picket, And holds little value if it’s not clear that you’re doing it for the cause
There are strikers who are on the frontlines, like you describe, and people who strike by staying home.
Both are valid forms of civic disobedience. One is not inherently better than the other. Both are required to necessitate change.
No. That’s simply untrue. A strike from being at home is not a serious strike. You need everyone who’s physically capable on the picket lines at least somewhat, and any union will tell you the same. We are strong when we stand together.