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guillaumeb

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Reply to newthinking (Original post)

Thu Jul 28, 2016, 12:58 PM

Jul 2016

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As the article points out, there is a huge difference between a movement and a structured organization. I have been a union member for over 40 years, now retired. I was an officer and a Steward (representing members on issues) for over 33 years. What many members do not and did not realize is that not every wrong can be righted, and that even when the union wins, it takes time for the process to work.

If Sanders can channel that energy into working for change that would accomplish a tremendous amount. The Democrats need more committed and involved voters to counter the corporate influence that some of us do not like.

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The Democratic Convention Is Highlighting the Difference Between Electoral and Movement Politics [View all] newthinking Jul 2016 OP

Recommended. guillaumeb Jul 2016 #1

Thanks for pointing that out. Fixed newthinking Jul 2016 #3

Thank you Bernie indeed. highprincipleswork Jul 2016 #2

wait, the choice of Tim Kaine is now a cynical pander to the left instead of a neoliberal slap in geek tragedy Jul 2016 #4