Today in history: Social Security celebrates 80th birthday
On this date 80 years ago, in 1935, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt deepened and expanded the New Deal by signing into law the Social Security Act.
Combating institutionalized racism can't wait
We are resolved to take clear action to combat racism, in our own house of labor, and in the broader community; there is no time to waste.
Today in labor history: NYC subway workers show their muscle
Eighty years ago, TWU president Mike Quill and his union colleagues were jumped by thugs as they made their way to union headquarters.
White House threatens to veto GOP anti-VA worker bill
If HR1994 becomes law, the VA would in essence return to the spoils system of the 1800s, where bosses could fire workers for political reasons - or none at all.
Steelworkers become first union to back Iran nuclear curbs deal
"The USW supports the Iran deal because it would enhance national and global security as well as benefit the U.S. economy."
Mexico: media unions condemn murder of Ruben Espinosa
Media unions condemned the murder of Mexican photojournalist Ruben Espinosa Becerril, after Mexico City's mayor vowed there would be no impunity for his killers.
Add Chris Christie – again – to the list of union-bashers
Add New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie to the lengthening list of GOP presidential hopefuls who are open and vocal union-bashers.
Steelworkers, top firms at odds as contract deadline approaches
Steelworkers and the nation's top steel companies are at odds in negotiations as the deadline for a new contract approaches.
Today in labor history: Reagan fires air traffic controllers
"After 1981, Reagan and his followers willingly donned the mantle of union-busters." The firing of air traffic controllers was just the beginning.
Report: Unemployment insurance fails workers with volatile schedules
In many service sector jobs, including food service and retail, workers often experience volatile schedules that wildly fluctuate from week-to-week and wreak havoc on their lives.
