Wages – Page 78 – People's World

Home care workers file for largest union election in Minnesota history

July 17, 2014 By Barb Kucera

Pay is so low that many caregivers qualify for food stamps, don’t get paid sick leave or health or retirement benefits.

Elizabeth Warren stumps for Tennant in West Virginia

July 15, 2014 By John Case

Ms. Tennant is in a tight race with outgoing Republican Congresswoman Shelly Moore Capito for the seat. The race could be a decisive one in this year's national battle for control of the U.S. Senate.

What’s next after fast food global?

July 14, 2014 By H.A. Barrows

The fast food industry continues to get hit hard by waves of strikes and workers continue to escalate their tactics, but the question remains: What more can be done?

Union and mayor agree on contract for 121,000 NYC workers

July 11, 2014 By Mark Gruenberg

The DC37 pact, which covers workers at 53 locals, is important as a potential pacesetter for other unions in the Big Apple.

New contract to give low-paid Johns Hopkins workers hefty raises

July 11, 2014 By PAI

"This is an important victory for patients and workers all across Baltimore, Johns Hopkins Hospital sets the standard for healthcare and that standard has just been raised."