Michigan
Where are the jobs? Angry workers put Pulte CEO on the run
December 22, 2010TROY, Mich. - PulteGroup CEO Richard Dugas ran for cover when he heard labor and community folks were going to show up at his fancy luncheon - but 300 came anyway, demanding jobs.
Read moreUAW: Korean workers’ fight is our fight
December 9, 2010The movement for global justice got a big lift this week, when the Hyundai Motor Co. found out its unjust treatment of autoworkers in South Korea will not go unnoticed in the U.S.
Read moreRestaurant workers celebrate “first birthday”
November 10, 2010Instead of treating the day as a reminder of twelve months without a final victory, striking workers celebrated unity and solidarity - with a birthday party.
Read moreMichigan Republicans win big, but the fight continues
November 4, 2010Like in other Midwestern states, Michigan Republicans reversed gains made by Democrats just two years ago, but labor activists here say they have lived to fight another day.
Read moreA chilling contrast in Michigan’s 9th CD
September 29, 2010With the first debate over between incumbent Democrat Gary Peters and his Republican and tea party backed challenger Andrew (Rocky) Raczkowski, voters have real reason for concern.
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