Labor
This week in history: U.S. minimum wage rises to $7.25 an hour
July 24, 2017In an economy increasingly characterized by the service sector, a raise in the minimum wage affects the lowest-paid workers.
Read moreIn rural Florida, unions seek solidarity with immigrant workers
July 21, 2017Though Trump’s rhetoric made a show of concern for working class issues, it was ridden with noxious themes that divide the working class.
Read moreBetty Dukes, 67: Led gender bias class action suit against Walmart
July 21, 2017“She was a very tough lady, very driven and passionate about what she believed in."
Read moreTop CEOs took home 271 times more than the typical worker in 2016
July 20, 2017If CEOs earned less or were taxed more, there would be no adverse impact on output or employment.
Read moreAn alternative religious perspective on religious exemption laws
July 20, 2017The labor movement needs to unite with people of faith and the LGBTQ community because religious exemption laws are bad for all three of these groups.
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