But also, we have to maintain essential government services. Now, everyone knows these alternatives are not business as usual, but unfortunately, they're the direct result of this strike. Let me be clear. This strike would not have been possible if the Trump administration had not taken the highly unusual step last fall of releasing labor unions from mediation. Unfortunately for our commuters, the direct consequence of this action is the strike we have today. Now, New York, everyone knows, is a pro labor state. (23:00–23:11)
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