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How do we make democracy work for the poor?
The Greek Cabinet recently approved a tough five-year plan that called for 78 billion Euros in budget cuts.
Opposition groups and unions called a general strike on 15 June 2011 to protest against these austerity measures introduced by the Greek government in response to demands made by the EU and international banks.
Hundred of thousands of people heeded the call and occupied "Constitution Square" in Athens.
Paul Jay from The Real News Network (TRNN) talks with...
Austerity measures in Spain have brought tens of thousands of youth out onto the streets in protest. In an emulation of Egypt's Tahrir square demonstration, thousands of young Spaniards have set up camp in Puerta del Sol, the central square in Madrid where spontaneous protests began a week ago. Demonstrations are also taking place in other parts of Spain. Demonstrators say they will stay there at least until the country's upcoming local elections.
The Spanish government is implementing...
