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East Palestine Train Derailment: The Perfect Storm of Capitalist Greed

The derailment in East Palestine was a direct result of overwork, hazardous working conditions, and understaffing from companies trying to maximize profits.

Ian Cooper-Smith February 20, 2023

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The Emergency Workplace Organizing Committee is a project of the United Electrical, Radio and Machine Workers of America (UE) and the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA).