Elections
Unions warn about deceptive California ballot measure
August 12, 2011Wealthy conservatives are behind a ballot initiative that would restrict unions' involvement in political campaigns.
Read moreKoch money aids Scott Walker in Wisconsin voter suppression
August 11, 2011It appears that the GOP is not alone in initiating voter suppression: Americans for Prosperity has joined in on the action.
Read moreWisconsin recall drive falls one seat short
August 10, 2011With the GOP holding a 19-14 lead in the state senate, labor-backed Democrats needed to win three of the six races to wrest control.
Read moreRight wing running scared in Wisconsin
August 5, 2011With the first big electoral test of whether organized labor can successfully push back at the polls against the radical right, it is apparent here that labor's opponents are running scared.
Read moreAFL-CIO creates SuperPAC in political revamp
August 4, 2011The labor movement is seeking to expand its influence in the political arena beyond its own membership.
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