Boeing workers at three plants in the Midwest have decided to continue their strike after rejecting the company's latest contract offer, which failed to meet their demands for better wages and retirement benefits. The strike, involving about 3,200 machinists, poses challenges for Boeing as negotiations have repeatedly stalled despite previous offers.

The article discusses the implications of generative AI from a leftist perspective, particularly in the context of labor and the tech industry. It critiques the industry's reliance on resource extraction and highlights the potential displacement of software developers due to advancements in AI, urging a reevaluation of the industry's accountability and labor dynamics.

The article emphasizes the critical need for global labor movements to prioritize organizing efforts at Amazon, highlighting successful union actions at the Coventry warehouse in the UK. Despite facing significant anti-union tactics and a narrow defeat in a representation election, the workers demonstrated resilience, achieving substantial pay increases and growing union membership. The piece argues that without strong unions at Amazon, the company's exploitative practices could negatively impact workers across all industries.

The article discusses the Great Arizona Copper Strike of 1983-1986, highlighting the personal and economic struggles faced by miners and their families during the strike against Phelps-Dodge. Anna Ochoa O’Leary reflects on the historical significance of the strike, its impact on the community, and the broader context of Arizona's copper mining industry.