"Thousands of Italians protest economic reforms" Associated Press December 13, 2014
MILAN — Tens of thousands of union workers marched through more than 50 Italian cities Friday to protest government economic reforms that they say erode their rights.
Nonunion, antigovernment protesters clashed with police in some cities, including Milan, where students dressed as Santa Claus jumped the fence at a government office building and threw bottles and other objects. Police dispersed that crowd with tear gas. Authorities said 11 officers were injured.
I see Santa is dressed as an agent provocateur these days.
Just say Gladio to an Italian and they will know what you mean.
The general strike is one of the largest by two of the nation’s most powerful union groups against a center-left government, which had traditionally cozied up to unions.
The "left" has left you.
The strike created chaos as trains, buses, schools, and ports closed down.
Prime Minister Matteo Renzi said the right to strike must be protected but insisted his tougher line is necessary to return the economy to growth.
In other words, he must do what the bankers want, not you citizens.
The unions are protesting spending cuts and labor law changes that make it easier for companies to fire workers, which Renzi passed in a bid to attract foreign investment.
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