Downsizing the American Dream

Representative David Obey(D-Wisconsin) spoke about the degrading economic situation of millions of U.S. workers and their families. He… read more

Representative David Obey(D-Wisconsin) spoke about the degrading economic situation of millions of U.S. workers and their families. He cited corporate methods for increasing profits, such as layoffs and wage cuts, as the basic cause of stagnant, and even declining, real wages. He also examined how the wealthiest citizens have tried to convince others that this is a natural consequence of the free market. He used several charts during his speech. After his prepared remarks, he took questions from the audience. close

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Downsizing the American Dream

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Program ID:
70418-1
Category:
Public Affairs Event
Format:
Speech
Location:
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
First Aired:
Mar 11, 1996 | 9:00am EST | C-SPAN 2
Last Aired:
Mar 12, 1996 | 5:58am EST | C-SPAN 1

Airing Details

  • Mar 11, 1996 | 9:00am EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Mar 11, 1996 | 12:10pm EST | C-SPAN 1
  • Mar 11, 1996 | 4:25pm EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Mar 11, 1996 | 6:57pm EST | C-SPAN 1
  • Mar 11, 1996 | 8:59pm EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Mar 12, 1996 | 12:02am EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Mar 12, 1996 | 5:58am EST | C-SPAN 1
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