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Largest-ever workplace raid terrorizes 600 workers in Miss.

August 30, 2008

Nearly 600 undocumented workers were rounded up Aug. 25 by federal agents in the small town of Laurel, Miss., the largest single workplace raid in U.S. history. According to news reports, 595 workers were detained at...

Opinion: Olympic follies and triumphs

August 30, 2008

To run a full marathon experts suggest that the aspiring athlete requires at least six months of rigorous training, proper gear, a particular diet, regular check-ups, mental focus and preparation, and a variety of gadgets depending...

Underground Railroad museum: Beacon of hope, progress

August 29, 2008

CINCINNATI — The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, nestled between the Bengals and Reds stadiums here, is a beacon of hope and progress for working people everywhere. Open since 2004, it is a tribute to those...

Liberian rubber workers win union

August 29, 2008 By Dennis Laumann

In a historic victory for labor in Africa, Liberian rubber workers signed an agreement with Bridgestone/Firestone Company in mid-August securing improved working and living conditions.

Iraq war remains major issue

August 29, 2008 By Teresa Albano

DENVER — The Iraq war is front and center here at the Democratic Party convention, but front and center like gravity is in our daily lives — a major force but not talked about all the...