taxes

Unions tackle states’ practices that hurt workers

March 20, 2012 By John Wojcik

The labor movement is beginning to mount a legislative offensive in the sates to stop what it says are "under the radar" attacks on workers.

California protesters say: Tax millionaires to fund higher education

March 8, 2012 By Juan Lopez

Their number one demand is to pass the millionaires' tax now.

Compromise on benefits and payroll tax passes despite complaint by unions

February 17, 2012 By John Wojcik

The AFL-CIO announced just before noon on the East Coast today that it cannot support H.R. 3630, the compromise bill coming before Congres.

Say no to GOP ploy on payroll tax cuts

February 14, 2012 By PW Editorial Board

If Congress doesn't move and renew jobless benefits by Feb. 29, millions of workers and their families will drown in a sea of worry, debt, foreclosure, homelessness and perhaps even worse.

Athens burns after austerity approval

February 14, 2012 By Dustin Buse

After approving a controversial new bill, which guts minimum wage and public services, Athens erupted in flames as rioters filled the streets with their outrage.