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Weeklong “Occupy Nigeria” strike wins victory

January 17, 2012 By Dennis Laumann

A weeklong nationwide strike resulted in a victory for Nigerians as the government on Monday agreed to partially restore a popular fuel subsidy.

Workers file for union recognition at Aer Lingus

January 17, 2012 By Mark Gruenberg

AFA-CWA filed on Jan. 6 with the National Mediation Board for a recognition election among the 53 U.S.-based flight attendants of Aer Lingus, Ireland's national airline.

All eyes on 2012 elections at AFL-CIO King holiday observance

January 13, 2012 By John Rummel

"It's a new day, a new labor movement," and "victory can come to the 99 percent if we stand united," said AFL-CIO Executive Vice President Arlene Holt Baker.

Lessons from the grassroots for 2012

January 13, 2012 By Joelle Fishman

Last fall's municipal elections in New Haven, Conn., made history. The implications, if heeded, bode well for 2012.

Bread and Roses struggle continues

January 12, 2012 By PW Editorial Board

This morning in Lawrence, Massachusetts, the local high school Girl's Ensemble was scheduled to sing "The Internationale" at City Hall.