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Ten years ago, Republic Windows workers occupied their factory; now they own it
March 11, 2019A decade ago, members of UE Local 1110 made history by occupying their factory, Republic Windows and Doors. Now they own the place.
Read moreAFL-CIO leaders say unions have a role in saving the country
March 11, 2019Union leaders meet in New Orleans this week, and Richard Trumka says labor is uniquely qualified to lead the country out of its current "dark period."
Read moreWorkers lose pensions as lawmakers tackle multi-employer plan problems
March 8, 2019Labor appears to be united behind HR397.
Read moreHands Off, Pants On: Chicago Federation of Labor honors Karen Kent
March 6, 2019It was Kent and the members of UNITE HERE who led campaign that won passage of Chicago’s new “panic button” ordinance that provides extra security for hotel workers.
Read moreWest Virginia judge tosses state GOP’s right to work law – again
March 5, 2019Kanawha County (Charleston) Circuit Court Judge Jennifer Bailey has tossed out much of the state GOP-enacted “right to work” law – again.
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