Labor – Page 176 – People's World

Bipartisan coalition beats GOP attempt to weaken Davis-Bacon wage protections

July 26, 2017 By PAI

“Once again, an overwhelming bi-partisan majority rejected an attempt to weaken the Davis-Bacon Act."

California State Fair exhibit recognizes farmworkers

July 26, 2017 By David Bacon

For the first time, the fair has an exhibition that not only pays tribute to field laborers, but also acknowledges the long history of their struggle to organize unions.

This week in history: U.S. minimum wage rises to $7.25 an hour

July 24, 2017 By Special to People’s World

In an economy increasingly characterized by the service sector, a raise in the minimum wage affects the lowest-paid workers.

In rural Florida, unions seek solidarity with immigrant workers

July 21, 2017 By Daniel Winters

Though Trump’s rhetoric made a show of concern for working class issues, it was ridden with noxious themes that divide the working class.

Betty Dukes, 67: Led gender bias class action suit against Walmart

July 21, 2017 By Associated Press

“She was a very tough lady, very driven and passionate about what she believed in."