Special to People’s World
LATEST ARTICLES BY Special to People’s World
-
Today in labor history: “Scab” used for the first time
November 20, 2012On this day in 1816 the term "scab" was coined by the Albany Typographical Union in reference to strike breaking.
Read more -
Today in history: President Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address
November 19, 2012One of the best-known speeches in American history, it was delivered by Lincoln in the midst of the Civil War, November 19, 1863, at the dedication of the Soldiers' National Cemetery
Read more -
Today in Labor History: Football strike ends
November 16, 2012On this day in 1982, the National Football League Association ended a strike that lasted 57 days.
Read more -
Today in labor history: “The Agitator” first published
November 15, 2012During its run, the tabloid advocated industrial unionism, free speech, sexual freedom, and support for the Industrial Workers of the World.
Read more -
California warehouse workers announce second strike
November 13, 2012Warehouse workers vowed to walk off the job this week if retaliation at a Walmart-contracted warehouse does not end.
Read more -
Today in labor history: Ellis Island closed
November 12, 2012 -
Today in Labor History: General strike in New Orleans
November 8, 2012Today in 1892, the New Orleans general strike, which was comprised of both black and white workers, began.
Read more -
Today in Labor History: The Palmer Raids
November 7, 2012Today in 1919 the infamous Palmer Raids began.
Read more