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Today in Labor History: Union formed, rich taxed, scaffolds made safer
August 30, 2012On August 30, 1935 President Franklin Roosevelt's Wealth Tax Act increased taxes on the rich and big business and lowered taxes for small businesses
Read moreA life in organizing, an interview with Stewart Acuff
August 30, 2012A key voice in the design of the Employee Free Choice Act, Acuff spoke about how much change the very modest improvements in labor law the bill would bring, with his signature faith in working people.
Read moreA book for Labor Day: “Playing Bigger Than You Are – A Life In Organizing”
August 30, 2012This Labor Day workers will be marching and highlighting union and election struggles around the country. After the marches, it might be a good time to kick back and read a good book by a leader...
Read moreCatholic bishops condemn exploitation, back unions
August 24, 2012The nation's Catholic bishops have strongly denounced worker exploitation in the U.S. economy, and reaffirmed the positive role that unions play.
Read moreToday in labor history: Air Line Stewardesses Association formed
August 22, 2012Five flight attendants formed the Air Line Stewardesses Association, the first-ever labor union representing female flight attendants.
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