One possible reason for “no general strikes” is that, unfortunately most of the middle class of the US is two paychecks from being broke. Staying in debt keeps the slaves enslaved.
On the other extreme, Greece has an unemployment rate that would certainly cause mass insurrection in the US, but it doesn’t happen. This is because families and friends take care of one another. Just something to consider.
The Greeks had numerous large strikes that did nothing to solve the problems of a country too deep in debt. Family support is important, but I suspect many Greeks are working for cash - off the books & avoiding taxes & work rules.
Isn't it pretty clear that Obama LIKES strikes, unemployment & welfare.