People’s World takes home wins at 2021 Labor Media Awards

The International Labor Communications Association has announced the winners for the 2021 Labor Media Awards. People’s World was honored this year with six awards. The articles below took home prizes in various categories. ILCA will present the awards at its convention on Dec. 9, 2021.

 

Seeking justice for Breonna Taylor: Essential health worker killed by police

By Chauncey K. Robinson

FIRST PLACE: Writing – Best News Story – National/International

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Fight for $15: Worker Profiles

By Al Neal

FIRST PLACE: Writing – Best Series – National/International

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The reason Smithfield decided to slaughter workers along with the hogs

By Roberta Wood

SECOND PLACE: Writing – Best Editorial or Column – National/International

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Beyond the Page Podcast: Rev. Liz Theoharis talks voter suppression and poverty

By Chauncey K. Robinson and Matt Bernico

HONORABLE MENTION: Electronic Media – Best Podcast 

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Uber, Lyft drivers keep up the pressure: ‘We are employees, not contractors’

By Marilyn Bechtel

HONORABLE MENTION: Writing – Best News Story – National/International

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Sioux Falls Smithfield disaster reflects ongoing national battle

By John Wojcik

HONORABLE MENTION: Writing – Best Profile – National/International

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