Labor
Dems try again to raise federal minimum wage to $15
May 26, 2017“In the year 2017, a job must lift workers out of poverty, not keep them in it."
Read moreHotel workers demand cities protect them from sexual harassment
May 26, 2017“We think it’s very important to protect our workers, particularly women who are isolated” while cleaning rooms, Sarah Lyons of Unite Here Local 1 in Chicago told WLS TV.
Read moreLong after the flames, firefighters at risk from cancer chemicals
May 25, 2017During the “overhaul” phase of fighting a fire, they are still being exposed to a potpourri of carcinogenic chemicals and gases.
Read moreUnion leaders blast Trump’s proposed budget
May 25, 2017They concentrated their heaviest fire on Trump’s plans to cut social service spending for the poor and the elderly.
Read moreMcDonald’s workers have families – but can’t make enough to feed them
May 24, 2017The corporate giant has continuously thwarted employees in their demands for better working conditions and a livable wage.
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