Union Yes! at America West
After many years and multiple attempts, the 3,100 customer service representatives (CSRs) at America West Airlines (AWA) won the right to union representation by the Teamsters.
International notes
Colombia: ‘Special zone’ = less security / N. Korea: Washington’s stand endangers talks / S. Africa: Informal settlements to get services / Mexico: VW workers strike / Canada: U.S. moves to militarize border
Israel says no help for hunger strikers
The declaration by the Israeli Ministry of Health Aug. 19 that it would deny medical attention in Israeli hospitals to Palestinian prisoners on a liquids-only hunger strike drew a scathing denunciation from Dr. Mustafa Barghouthi, president of the Palestinian Medical Relief Societies.
Argentina rejects IMF intervention
In the face of sharp disagreements between Argentina and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the Argentine government decided Aug. 8 to temporarily suspend negotiations.
Haiti factions try to rebuild army
In a statement Aug. 20, the Haiti Support Group (HSG) said it continues to be seriously concerned by the power wielded by armed irregular forces in Haiti and by their increasingly bold demands for reestablishment of the Haitian Army.
This Paige right out of Bushs book
Amistad Academy, in New Haven, Conn., has made the news with exceptionally high test scores in reading, math, and science.
Americans want a change in direction
Leaders of major U.S. peace organizations say Americans want a fundamental change in U.S. foreign and domestic policy. click here for Spanish text
RIP-OFF Massive pay cuts, longer hours loom for 6 million workers as Bush guts overtime
Next time you go to Burger King, you may find that the cashier ringing up your order has been promoted to an executive. But just like the BK crown doesn’t make you a king, the cashier’s new title doesn’t get her CEO pay. In fact, the new job title will result in lower pay and longer hours.
