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Today in Labor History: Emma Goldman, IWW, Wagner Act, strike and lockout
June 27, 2014There were at least five major events in the annals of labor history in the U.S. that occurred on June 27.
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Ellison tacks wage theft ban onto defense bill
June 27, 2014If Ellison's move survives the rest of the congressional gauntlet, it could aid tens of thousands of underpaid fast food workers at commissaries and in mini-malls on defense bases.
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The brief but bright life of Aaron Swartz – R.I.P.
June 27, 2014Brian Knappenberger's riveting documentary, The Internet's Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz is required viewing for anyone who values free speech and justice.
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In about-face, lawmakers uphold Saturday mail delivery
June 27, 2014After lobbying by the nation's postal unions - and questions from non-partisan auditors about savings claims - a key GOP-run House committee reversed course.
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How Joe Louis became a symbol of the fight against racism
June 27, 2014On June 19, 1936 Joe Louis climbed through the ropes at the Yankee Stadium in New York to face German heavyweight contender Max Schmeling in front of a sell-out crowd.
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