Connecticut
Machinists stop Pratt & Whitney from moving jobs
February 8, 2010EAST HARTFORD, Conn. - Emotions ran high as union leaders announced details of a court victory blocking P&W from moving work and equipment affecting 1,000 jobs.
Read moreUnemployed protest wins changes in system
January 13, 2010Unemployed workers in Connecticut are having a little bit easier time filing their claims this week due to a mass phone call protest.
Read moreThree union leaders to be honored at ‘Keep the Ball Rolling’ event
November 28, 2009NEW HAVEN, Conn. - Three Connecticut labor leaders, Art Perry, Anna Montalvo and Gwen Mills, will be honored on Sunday, Dec. 6, with the annual Amistad Award presented by the People's World, on the occasion of...
Read moreHealth care vigil calls on Lieberman’s conscience
November 16, 2009Over 500 Connecticut supporters of health care with a strong public option gathered in front of Sen. Joseph Lieberman's home for an interfaith prayer vigil Sunday.
Read moreSupreme Court upholds striking workers’ rights in 10-year battle
October 30, 2009HARTFORD, Conn. — After a 10-year battle, nursing home workers won a precedent-setting Supreme Court ruling this week.
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