Labor
Buying elections, local style, in Chicago
April 17, 2015The politicians "are marinated in money" says Steelworkers President Leo Gerard.
Read moreBerkeley demonstration for $15 at site of 60’s Free Speech Movement
April 17, 2015Low wage workers were joined by dozens of area unions and community organizations in a massive demonstration for $15 and a union.
Read moreLA women on hunger strike for $15 at mayor’s door
April 17, 2015"We are bringing this fight to the doors of the mayor and city council members, telling them what they are proposing is not enough."
Read moreLow wage workers rally at Connecticut state capitol
April 16, 2015The beautiful, sunny day put an extra spring in the steps of the protesters who chanted, "What do we want? - 15!, When do we want it - Now!"
Read moreMiners and farmers challenge Mexico’s copper giant
April 16, 2015"The government and Grupo Mexico are making history but backwards, taking away the right to strike and the right to industrial safety."
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