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What is a General Strike (and why did the U.S. outlaw them)?

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The U.S. labor movement is building toward a mass, nationwide strike three years from today — May 1, 2028.

It’s a reminder that 100+ years ago May Day started as a general strike.

@LadyIzdihar explains what a general strike is, and why the U.S. banned them.

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