El Golpe

US Labor, the CIA, and the Coup at Ford in Mexico

Rob McKenzie author Patrick Dunne author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Pluto Press

Published:20th Feb '22

Should be back in stock very soon

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A gripping investigation into U.S. interference in Mexico's labor rights, El Golpe uncovers a dark narrative of political intrigue and violence.

In El Golpe, true crime intertwines with a political thriller, revealing the intricate web of U.S. involvement in Mexico during a pivotal moment in labor history. Set against the backdrop of 1990, the narrative begins with a shocking incident at the Mexican Ford Assembly plant, where nine employees are brutally attacked amidst a climate of political repression. This violent event sends ripples through the United Auto Workers (UAW) union in the United States, igniting a sense of urgency and a quest for truth that will take years to unfold.

Rob McKenzie, an employee at the Ford Twin Cities Assembly plant in Minnesota, becomes increasingly skeptical of the official narrative surrounding the attack. Driven by a desire to uncover the reality behind the violence, he embarks on a relentless investigation that leads him deep into the shadows of political machinations. His journey reveals connections that extend all the way to the CIA, highlighting the complex interplay of power and labor rights that shaped the destinies of workers on both sides of the border.

El Golpe sheds light on a lesser-known chapter of history, exposing the dark undercurrents of political intrigue that still resonate in contemporary discussions about labor rights and international relations. This gripping exposé not only chronicles a significant event but also serves as a reminder of the ongoing struggles faced by workers in a globalized economy.

'An impressive piece of sleuthing. Mckenzie's dogged search for answers shines a spotlight on AIFLD with its CIA links.'

-- Anthony Carew, author of 'American Labour's Cold War Abroad: From Deep Freeze to Detente'

'An in-depth study of the rot existing within the foreign policy leadership of the AFL-CIO. Expunging this rot is essential to the revitalization of the US labor movement'

-- Kim Scipes, Professor of Sociology, Purdue University North

ISBN: 9780745345628

Dimensions: 215mm x 135mm x 20mm

Weight: 280g

272 pages