Joseph McCartin

Joseph McCartin, a Georgetown history professor and labor expert, dives into the recent wave of worker strikes during 'Striketober.' He discusses the surge in activism across industries, highlighting the quest for better wages and working conditions. McCartin connects today’s labor movements to historical trends, emphasizing how economic recovery and political support have fueled this momentum. The conversation offers insight into the evolving dynamics between employers and employees in a post-pandemic world, suggesting an exciting yet uncertain future for labor.