Global Restructuring, Labour and the Challenges for Transnational Solidarity

‘Rich in contextual evidence, this book explains how globalizing processes elicit different responses from workers and beget varied outcomes. Bieler and Lindberg deftly weave together several case studies, showing obstacles and strategic possibilities for trade unions. Their analysis is a breakthrough in coming to grips with the nexus of globalization and social movements.’ - James H. Mittelman, University Professor of International Affairs, American University

‘Liberation from the neo-liberal straight-jacket of uncontrolled global
economic power is impossible without the collective strength of working people.
However labour has to change in order to achieve change. Trade unions need to
reach beyond national boundaries, "standard" workers, and traditional labour
issues to create the global, inclusive and innovative solidarity movement
indispensable for change. This carefully edited book provides an excellent
analysis of the formidable challenges a progressive labour agenda is facing.
Solidarity does not emerge automatically, however, the collection of case
studies provides encouragement that these challenges are not insurmountable as
new broad coalitions emerge, new issues are taken up and cross boarder
solidarity is practised. A must read for those who are concerned about global
social justice and democratic self-determination.’ - Frank Hoffer, ILO Bureau for Workers' Activities

‘Bieler and Lindberg have brought together a great group of scholars and activists to address some of the most intractable issues in our current complex global modernity. Prominent among these are what it means to organize in today’s global economy and what are the new bases for solidarity when the space for politics cuts across the world. The many different perspectives in this book move us towards drawing this different type of map.’ - Saskia Sassen, Professor, Columbia University and author of Territory, Authority, Rights