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Spielberg’s “Lincoln” is for the ages

November 19, 2012 By Teresa Albano

I doubted Spielberg's ability to pull off the dynamics and nuances of our 16th president and the times he lived in, yet, he did. "Lincoln" is his masterpiece

Occupy Sandy builds on longstanding progressive tradition

November 19, 2012 By Mark Naison

This was not the first time that a radical movement decided to provide direct services to individuals who suffered extreme hardship.

Today in Labor History: Football strike ends

November 16, 2012 By Special to People’s World

On this day in 1982, the National Football League Association ended a strike that lasted 57 days.

Today in labor history: “The Agitator” first published

November 15, 2012 By Special to People’s World

During its run, the tabloid advocated industrial unionism, free speech, sexual freedom, and support for the Industrial Workers of the World.

Today in labor history: U.S. women organize trade union league

November 14, 2012 By Teresa Albano

Working-class and wealthier women gathered in Boston to found the Women's Trade Union League to support the efforts of women to organize labor unions.