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Raising wages agenda rolled out at AFL-CIO summit

January 8, 2015 By John Wojcik

The nation's largest labor federation, the AFL-CIO, rolled out here today its first- ever Raising Wages agenda.

Warren: Many feel the game is rigged – and they’re right!

January 8, 2015 By PAI

Elizabeth Warren has quickly carved out a role as an articulate spokesperson for workers, and she didn't disappoint the packed house at the summit.

Small island nation calls on nuclear powers to disarm

January 8, 2015 By Marilyn Bechtel

Sometime this year, the International Court of Justice is expected to hear a true David-and-Goliath challenge to the world's nuclear powers.

AFL-CIO urges Obama to promote human rights on both sides of the border

January 7, 2015 By Mike Hall

Trumka called on Obama to prioritize protecting human rights, addressing public corruption and impunity, reducing growing inequality and building shared prosperity.

In Dresden, PEGIDA meets opposition

January 7, 2015 By Victor Grossman

Racism and fascism are real dangers here and elsewhere. One can hope that this weapon of biting sarcasm will at least rein in the PEGIDA danger.