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Random people posting "General Strike Now!" on social media has been happening for years and nothing ever comes from it. A coordinated action like this, asking people to risk their jobs and go without pay for a period of time, is not going to happen overnight, especially when most people have zero experience with strikes. It's more important to take the time to do it right so that it has a higher chance of success than to rush into it. This is particularly important as this strike has the potential to serve as a "proof of concept" further down the line. Collective action is always an uphill battle, and for it to succeed requires careful planning, preparation, and patience.