The Rick Smith Show 11-13-2025

On this episode of The Rick Smith Show, Rick talks with American Prospect Executive Editor David Dayen about his frustrations with Democratic leaders caving on the government shutdown, highlighting missed opportunities and the harmful consequences for working people. Later, Rick is joined by Brent Booker, General President of LIUNA, who explains how the shutdown “cave” left union members and families without paychecks and ramped up healthcare costs. Together, they discuss the real toll of political gridlock on workers, the need for accountability, and how unions stand up for job security and affordable benefits.

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