Jobs
Official jobless rate stays at 5.5 percent
April 6, 2015The U.S. official unemployment rate stayed at 5.5 percent in March, the Bureau of Labor Statistics announced.
Read moreMcDonald’s wage announcement draws the ire of low-wage workers
April 3, 2015"Millions of families working for poverty wages will continue to struggle until McDonald's pays a living wage."
Read moreFight for 15 announces largest nationwide strike ever
April 1, 2015"We need to fight for everyone, especially for those who feel that they can't fight by themselves."
Read moreMassive outpouring expected Apr. 15 in the Fight for $15
April 1, 2015Low wage workers throughout the county are gearing up for the April 15 national demonstration demanding a raise in the minimum wage.
Read moreJim Hightower opens new front in fight to save postal service
March 31, 2015"The Postal Service takes in $68 billion a year in revenue and Wall Street wants it."
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