Labor
Today in labor history: Poet Langston Hughes was born
February 1, 2013On this date in 1902 poet ,activist, and playwright Langston Hughes was born in Joplin Missouri. Considered to be the poet laureate of the African American people, Hughes came to prominence during the Harlem Renaissance. One...
Read moreNew York bus strike continues
February 1, 2013While the school bus strike nears its second week, a decision by the National Labor Relations Board could compel both sides to the table.
Read moreUnemployment at 7.9% in January
February 1, 2013The nation's unemployment rate was 7.9% in January, the Bureau of Labor Statistics said, up 0.1% from December's figure.
Read moreToday in Labor History: 12,000 on strike in Texas
January 31, 2013On this day in 1938, 12,000 pecan shellers in San Antonio, Texas, went on strike in 400 locations.
Read moreMississippi Nissan workers “honor democracy” with fight for union
January 31, 2013Organizing Canton could be a stepping-stone to organizing the South's growing auto industry. "This particular campaign is beneficial both for the nation and for the world."
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