New York – Page 49 – People's World

Rep. José Serrano supports Bronx building workers

March 11, 2011 By Elena Mora

Congressman José Serrano is supporting the efforts of SEIU 32BJ, which is in negotiations for a new long-term contract to cover more than 3,000 Bronx apartment building workers.

Cop found not guilty in slaying of African American youth

February 16, 2011 By Dan Margolis

A grand jury ruled that the police killing of Danroy "D.J." Henry, Jr., the African American Pace University football player cops shot outside of a bar in suburban New York, was not a crime.

NY festival will showcase Cuban artists

February 10, 2011 By Pepe Lozano

The festival will include Cuban artists, musicians, dancers, filmmakers, photographers and writers who will showcase their work.

Fight against Walmart stepped up

February 4, 2011 By Mark Gruenberg

In rallies nationwide, union members told communities of the retailer's record and urged opposition to Walmart - even if itscaled back from its usual "superstores."

Internet organizing brings on the ground victory

January 12, 2011 By John Wojcik

Laptops might forever replace leaflets as the way people get the word out when they want to form unions at their workplaces.