This episode focuses on why Union's are simply a better choice for Amazon workers. Representation is important, and to prove it we look at counterparts in Europe who have the same struggles as American workers, but have done better at organizing. In the end we are all just people who deserve a living wage. Sources https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.nytimes.com/2021/03/18/business/economy/amazon-wages-alabama-union.amp.html
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