Labor
Trumka on 9-11: Honor the victims but help those still suffering
September 11, 2014Now more than 30,000 responders are sick and many have died from respiratory diseases and other health problems.
Read moreState high courts tackle workers’ issues
September 11, 2014What workers win at the bargaining table can be and often is yanked away by men and women in black robes - or sometimes it can be restored by them, too.
Read moreWages: How low can you go?
September 8, 2014Whenever the subject of raising hourly pay to a livable level comes up in Los Angeles, you can expect two stalwart foes: The Chamber of Commerce and the Central City Association.
Read moreSavoring burgers and labor victories
September 8, 2014Of course, these victories did not happen just because a bunch of religious folks showed up to press an issue of justice, but because everyone worked together.
Read moreFast food workers rally in Times Square
September 5, 2014The message of the demonstrators was that they are prepared to do whatever it takes to win respect and a living wage, $15 and a union.
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