Labor
Video: Steelworkers fight for a fair deal
September 3, 2015Their contract with ArcelorMittal expired September 1; the union is staying on the job in hopes of a fair contract, but are ready to fightback in what are very tough negotiations.
Read morePennsylvania’s Uncle AL killed by ATI metals manufacturer
September 2, 2015The ATI ploy to sow dissension and jealousy in the community appears to have failed miserably: community members routinely drop off donuts and soup at union halls and send pizzas to the picket lines.
Read moreMoney bills top labor’s agenda as Congress returns to work
September 2, 2015It's not just the numbers that are important, it's anti-worker measures the majority Republicans may try to insert into the measures, too.
Read moreSteelworkers and teachers: Two unions, one struggle
September 2, 2015In other words: To make money for the shareholders, workers have to go without; to keep the banks happy, public schools have to tighten their belts.
Read morePride at Work protests gay group’s endorsement of Walmart
September 1, 2015"A war on worker rights to come together and fight for a voice on the job is being waged by corporations that HRC asks the LGBT community to celebrate."
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