Huelga de 99% 29M General Strike Spain

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Spain's general strike shows first signs of rebellion against austerity

http://www.guardian.co.uk/business/2012/mar/29/spain-general-strike-rebellion-austerity

Demonstrators brought the centres of Madrid, Barcelona and other cities to a standstill as trade unions claimed the strike was more widely supported than previous nationwide stoppages in 2010 and 2002. Rajoy's officials claimed, however, that the 2010 strike against a socialist government had received greater support.

Electricity consumption fell by 17%, suggesting the strike was impacting on major industries – though most shops appeared to be open in Madrid.

Street fires were set in both Madrid and Barcelona, where roads into the city were blocked, but there were few reports of serious violence.

The strike was most successful where Spain's big two unions, the General Workers Union and the Workers Commissions, are strongest – in large factories, the civil service and transport.

General Workers leader Cándido Méndez put average participation at midday at 77% but said that it was 97%in industry and construction.

"This strike has been an unquestionable success," he said.

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1. More photos (pic heavy):

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2. In this case a sea of red is a cool thing! nt

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3. Solidarity. Nt

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4. "a transfer of wealth from labor to capital"

Why are Workers Striking Across Spain and Portugal?