Key Insights
Why did Abandon Harris and Workers Strike Back endorse Jill Stein for president?
They endorsed Jill Stein to protest the Biden administration's support for Israel's actions in Gaza, aiming to deny Kamala Harris a victory in swing states like Michigan, thereby holding the Democratic Party accountable for its support of genocide.
What is the strategic goal of Abandon Harris and Workers Strike Back in endorsing Jill Stein?
Their strategic goal is to maximize the vote for Jill Stein in swing states to deny Kamala Harris a victory, thereby sending a strong message against the Democratic Party's support for genocide and to influence the political landscape by demonstrating the power of protest votes.
How does Abandon Harris and Workers Strike Back view the role of third parties in American politics?
They view third parties as oppositional forces that should actively take votes from the Democratic and Republican parties, especially in cases like the support for genocide, to disrupt the status quo and push for real change.
What challenges do Abandon Harris and Workers Strike Back face from the Democratic Party and its allies?
They face challenges from Democratic Party allies who are cozy with the party, engage in careerism, and sometimes receive financial incentives to support the party, despite its policies. They also face pressure to support the Democratic Party despite its actions, which they see as compromising their principles.
Why is it important for Abandon Harris and Workers Strike Back to be honest about their goals in the election?
Being honest about their goals is crucial to empower and embolden working people, ensuring they understand the realistic outcomes of their votes. This transparency helps prevent demoralization and maintains a message of empowerment and resistance against the Democratic Party's policies.
How does Abandon Harris and Workers Strike Back respond to claims that voting third party is a vote for Trump?
They argue that supporting the Democratic Party unconditionally has led to a dangerous shift to the right. They believe that breaking from the Democrats is necessary to prevent further escalation of policies that harm working people and support genocide, and that a vote for Jill Stein is a step towards building an independent movement.
What is the significance of the CIA's 'woke' recruitment video according to the podcast?
The podcast views the CIA's 'woke' recruitment video as a cynical attempt to legitimize American militarism and empire by co-opting progressive language and identity politics, thereby masking the agency's harmful actions abroad.
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- Abandon Harris and Workers Strike Back endorsed Jill Stein to protest the Biden administration's support for Israel's genocide in Gaza.
- They aim to break the duopoly's control over politics and endorse Jill Stein as a protest vote.
- The endorsement is a strategic move to deny Kamala Harris a victory in key states like Michigan.
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