Labor Unions and Environmentalists Join Forces to Defeat Trump

Labor Unions and Environmentalists Join Forces to Defeat Trump

Author: Trump on Earth September 16, 2020 Duration: 22:15

President Trump calls himself a "great environmentalist" while at the same time gutting environmental protections and questioning the science around climate change. He often explains his actions by claiming regulations are job killers that hurt the economy.

But even with the rollbacks, traditional blue-collar jobs like those in the coal industry are being lost. And some labor unions actually see efforts to stem climate change as their future. Enter the BlueGreen Alliance, a coalition of labor unions and environmental organizations that pushes for green job growth. It was created by a couple of odd bedfellows - the United Steelworkers union and the Sierra Club in 2006. Jason Walsh is the executive director.

On this episode, we talk with Walsh about the election and how the future of the labor and environmental movements is tied together.


The political landscape and the natural world collide in Trump on Earth, a podcast dedicated to chronicling the ongoing intersection of environmental policy and the maneuvers of Donald Trump and his political network. This isn't just about headlines; it's a deep dive into the real-world consequences of regulatory shifts, public lands disputes, and the changing rhetoric around climate science. Each episode unpacks the latest developments, from cabinet appointments and legislative pushes to the quieter administrative actions that reshape how America interacts with its environment. We analyze the strategies, track the players, and explore the tangible impacts on everything from air quality standards to conservation efforts. For anyone trying to navigate the complex and often contentious dialogue surrounding our planet's future within this specific political framework, this podcast provides essential context and clarity. Tune in for a focused examination of how policy decisions made in Washington reverberate across the country and the globe.
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