Government
GOP wants government to turn its back on us
August 30, 2012The Republican Party's 2012 platform is so radical it would have the government "turn its back on its citizens" and trash every-thing from veterans' health care to food safety inspections, a top union leader says.
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Today in labor history: National Apprenticeship Act of 1937
August 16, 2012This act of Congress, signed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt, established a national advisory committee to research and draft regulations establishing minimum standards for apprenticeship programs.
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“Let them eat cake,” says king as Swaziland plunges into crisis
July 30, 2012Opposition to Mswati's royal despotism has been arising through the trade unions. Demands include increased wages and union rights, as well as democratic reforms.
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Report: Public sector cuts kill private jobs, too
July 23, 2012Public sector job cuts are politically motivated, orchestrated by the Republicans and disproportionately hurting women and minorities.
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Memphis: Project Homeless event draws 1,200
July 17, 2012Organized by the Community Alliance for the Homeless, and part of the city and county plans to end homelessness, the event brought together over 825 volunteers and 1,200 people seeking services.
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