by Michael Albert, originally broadcast as episode 318 on his podcast Revolution Z: Life After Capitalism, on 06 January 2025, by Z Network, accessible here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/ep-318-jeremy-119364825?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_fan&utm_content=web_share
The episode discusses Trumpian aims and both electoral and non-electoral forms of our own activism, emphasizing the power of strikes, public pressure, and unified resistance. Brecher describes successful initiatives like North Carolina’s Forward Together and the Poor People’s Campaign to show how grassroots movements can bring about significant social transformation. He provides insights into local actions inspired by the Green New Deal, and emphasies the importance of community-driven efforts to foster sustainable justice. We also consider Trump’s political character– is he moron or genius of both–and its implications, as well as our need for extensive solidarity and mutual support. Listen Here