
Today in labor history: First African-American pilot recognized posthumously
Bullard was rejected by the U.S. Army Air Service because only white pilots were allowed to serve.

Santa Clara council backs Hyatt workers
Dozens of Hyatt workers and community supporters packed the City Council chambers on Monday to speak in favor of a resolution.

Philadelphia charter school teachers rally for unionization
"Having the support of parents, alumni, teachers, and community groups means so much. We are forming a union to provide a better education for our students."

Painters uncover serious lead poisoning threat to St. Louis kids
The St. Louis city school system hired the prime contractor, Raineri Construction, to renovate the two schools where there are special facilities for pregnant teens.

Walmart workers group happy about deal imposed on retail giant
"This settlement will help keep thousands of exposed Walmart workers safe and healthy on the job."

Doesn’t feel like shared sacrifice to Detroit’s pensioners
"We have retirees who are in their eighties and nineties - are they supposed to get a job?"

Immigration reform advocates speak out at AFL-CIO headquarters
People all over the U.S. must pressure the GOP-run U.S. House to approve comprehensive immigration reform.

