Labor

Clinton reiterates her opposition to TPP, pledges support for infrastructure

August 12, 2016 By Mark Gruenberg

Democratic nominee says as president she will "stop any trade deal that kills jobs or holds down wages, including the Trans-Pacific Partnership."

Sofitel hotel workers in L.A. invisible no more

August 10, 2016 By Eric A. Gordon

Workers at the tony Sofitel in Beverly Hills are fed up with rampant wage theft, sexual harassment, and unsafe conditions.

Calif. grocery workers approve new contract with raises, retirement protections, improved scheduling

August 10, 2016 By Special to People’s World

"This contract is a victory for our members, and secures their wages, retirement security, and control over their schedules."

Actors union lines up political support for Telemundo organizing drive

August 10, 2016 By PAI

NBC-Universal owns Telemundo, but the unorganized actors don't get residuals or health care, guaranteed wage minimums or meal breaks.

Survey: 36 percent of U.S. “financially desperate” or barely getting by

August 10, 2016 By Mark Gruenberg

The study by the world's top global union federation, adds that the proportion is higher among women, people aged 16-24 and those with less education.