politics
AFSCME, Illinois, allies defend agency fees in High Court briefs
February 1, 2018The union said collecting the agency fees “is justified by the states’ strong interest in promoting labor peace through collective bargaining.
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State of Union: Trumka says Trump has “actively hurt” workers
January 30, 2018He has divided our country, abandoned our values, and given cover to racism and other forms of bigotry.
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Biss wins Our Revolution’s backing for Illinois gubernatorial bid
January 30, 2018Major progressive organizations in Illinois are lining up behind Daniel Biss for governor.
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An island adrift: Debt, disaster and destiny for Puerto Rico
January 30, 2018In 1944, under the title “An Island Adrift,” Juan Bosch published an article in solidarity with the struggle for the independence of Puerto Rico.
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A quiet Wall Street coup d’état pulled off in Connecticut
January 29, 2018The most immediate priority is to urge the repeal of the bond lock, before it goes into effect in May.
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