CLEAN : Implats miners in S.Africa eager for str

The transcript discusses the challenges faced by workers, particularly in unions, and their inability to reach a compromise with employers. It highlights the constitutional rights to strike and the basic needs of workers, such as housing and education for their children. The harsh conditions faced by mine workers are emphasized, along with the disparity between their salaries and the profits made by companies. The transcript calls for a more equitable distribution of profits to benefit workers.

What is the main reason the speaker gives for the lack of compromise between unions and employers?

• Employers are unwilling to meet demands.

• Workers are not interested in striking.

• Unions are not organized.

• The government does not support unions.

According to the speaker, why is the right to strike important?

• It allows workers to take vacations.

• It is a constitutional right to express demands.

• It is a way to increase productivity.

• It helps workers avoid taxes.

How does the speaker compare workers to job seekers?

• Job seekers have better living conditions.

• Workers have more benefits than job seekers.

• Workers are more satisfied with their jobs.

• Workers and job seekers face similar financial struggles.

What issue does the speaker raise about mine workers' salaries?

• They are not taxed properly.

• They are increasing too rapidly.

• They are not sufficient for the harsh working conditions.

• They are too high compared to other industries.

Why does the speaker criticize companies for investing profits abroad?

• It reduces the company's global influence.

• It increases local employment rates.

• It prevents local workers from benefiting.

• It enhances the company's reputation.