Unions make LA ground zero for raise the wage movement
Californians, from Berkeley to San Diego, were out in force in yesterday's Global Day of Action to raise the wage.
The nation rallies today for $15 and a union!
Strikes, marches, and rallies are happening coast to coast today in hundreds of towns and cities.
Parables for organizers: Don Tormey and the plane crash
Tormey's parable of union leadership: "The most important person on the plane became a passenger who was a union organizer; why her?"
Steelworkers' Gerard rules out GOP presidential hopefuls
Steelworkers are known for their political savvy and impressive organizing around political and economic issues.
Strapped single mom gets a lift from LA union members
"We were all proud to help her; We know that this young woman is one of thousands who are exploited by corporations that put profits before people."
On Equal Pay Day women call for a level playing field
For women, today is a sobering reminder that not nearly enough has been done to address unfair wages in this country.
Major union, non-union workers unite in build-up for April 15
"We are not going to stop the fight until we tear down the barriers that keep workplace and racial injustices in place."
Today in history: Dolores Huerta is born in 1930
In 1962, Dolores Huerta and César Chávez launched the National Farm Workers Association; Huerta's organizing skills were essential to its growth.
Teamsters: railroads won't spend money on track maintenance
"U.S. railroads now transport 400,000 tank-car loads of oil yearly, passing through thousands of cities, towns, and communities where we live."
Labor Dept., unions go to bat in court for same-sex couples
All married couples, whether opposite-sex or same-sex, should have federal family leave rights regardless of where they live.
