You call the leader of the Miners’ Union.
You agree that the miners have the right to strike, which is an internationally recognized labor right. But you ask him to reconsider. You say that based on her public statements, the president will not respect this right. She may get them all fired which will leave the miners in a very bad position. You also appeal to his civic duty. In the wake of the hurricane, Myca is going to need a strong economy so that it can rebuild.
The union leader listens politely, then replies that despite your talk, all the United States cares about is graphite exports. Your call ends.
That afternoon, the miners vote to go on strike in solidarity with the pro-democracy student demonstrators.
— Graphite Miners’ Union leaderWe’re not trying to destroy the economy. We just want elections. It’s not too much to ask after 20 years.
— Myca’s minister of tradeI condemn the miners who place their own selfish agenda above the needs of the nation.
— Interfaith Council of MycaThe faith leaders of Myca stand with the miners in their quest for greater rights but urge that all sides remain peaceful.
