A Life of Contradiction and Clarity
Erik Olin Wright understood the necessity of clearly articulating what’s wrong with society, what a better society could look like, and how we could get there.
Articles by: Barry Eidlin
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Barry Eidlin is an assistant professor of sociology at McGill University and a former head steward for UAW Local 2865.
Freedom From the Boss
At its best, the labor movement hasn't just fought for better wages. It's fought to bring democracy to workplaces marked by despotism.
Labor’s Legitimacy Crisis Under Trump
Unions are under unprecedented attack under Trump. But labor can rebuild itself — if it chooses to.
Demographics Are Not Destiny
Why Democrats were wrong to think that shifting demographics alone would hand them victory.
The Phantom Limb
Why it matters that the United States has no labor party.
From Class to Special Interest
Why are US unions less powerful than their Canadian counterparts?
The House That Reuther Built
Walter Reuther's careful management of shop-floor politics shapes the UAW's relationship to student workers today.