Labor
San Francisco Symphony musicians ratify new contract
April 17, 2013The musicians, members of the American Federation of Musicians Local 6, overcame draconian proposals to slash pay of substitutes and extras.
Read moreOver labor opposition, House OKs anti-NLRB bill
April 17, 2013Over labor and Democratic opposition, the GOP-run House has narrowly approved legislation (HR1120) to try to shut down the National Labor Relations Board.
Read moreBoston unionists stepped up when bombs hit marathon
April 17, 2013Police managed to peacefully disperse the massive crowd. Firefighters responded to the alarms with trucks, ambulances, EMTs, and specially trained union members.
Read moreEnvironmental and union leaders say unity is a must
April 17, 2013Unionists and environmentalists face common enemies - in corporate suites and Congress.
Read moreToday in labor history: A. Phillip Randolph was born
April 15, 2013Randolph played a leading role in the fight for civil and labor rights, from the 1930s through the 1960s.
Read more