The Chicago Teachers Union, which in 2012 had one of the biggest and most important strikes of the last decade, is back on the picket line today for a 1-day strike. Like the 2012 strike, this is about more than just a contract. This is...
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The global production economy is obviously great for workers. Thank you Walmart, Gap, and Target for providing these workers in India jobs by contracting production out to the lowest bidder.
It's no wonder that growing number of Americans would be attracted to either socialism or fascism when economic stagnation and working-class decline are the reality for millions of people. A.
On March 30, 1930, the Hawk's Nest tunnel project near Gauley Bridge, West Virginia began. This tunnel was designed to divert the New River to help Union Carbide increase its energy efficiency at a downstream plant. However, this mountain contained an unusual amount of silica....
Party on dude, it's Spring Break! Time to go to Florida, drink to oblivion, puke everywhere, and have some great stories to tell to our bros back home! But of.
Another day, another great move by Obama's Department of Labor. The Department of Labor is issuing a long-awaited and controversial rule Thursday aimed at better protecting workers from inhaling silica.
It's always good to have a union-based holiday. So here's a list of union-made candy, usefully provided by UFCW. Support your brothers and sisters by shopping union-made this Easter! pic.twitter.com/6iXOeQ4No9— UFCW (@UFCW) March 24, 2016 However, I want to be clear on something. Don't blame...
Obama's Department of Labor, Ted Cruz's Department of Labor, really what's the difference? The Labor Department on Wednesday released the final version of a rule requiring employers to disclose relationships.
The Obama administration significantly expanded the salary ceiling for overtime pay. This is of course a total outrage to those freedom-loving Republicans who see the impoverishment of the working and.
Turns out if you treat workers like humans, they work better. Who knew! Turnover is down, and customer service scores are up, company says. Last year, McDonald’s MCD -0.08% joined a chorus of struggling U.S. companies offering workers pay hikes to help spur a turnaround....
This is a good history of how the Fight for $15 started, how SEIU has promoted it, and the impact it has had on American political life. The groundwork for.
Remember the halcyon days of the past, where if you worked on the weekend and especially on Sunday, you would get premium pay? Not too long ago. Say goodbye to.