Supreme Court ruling robs workers of united voice on the job
In an anti-union decision, the Supreme Court voted to legalize "free riders" in cases where state or local governments and individuals jointly employ caregivers.
From Freedom Summer to Mississippi Nissan plant: “We got the power”
The event was about more than pay - the workers live in constant fear; "Once you step into that plant, you cannot speak your mind."
Supreme Court rules against Obama on NLRB recess appointments
The Supreme Court ruled against the president and supporters in the labor movement by restricting the ability to fill vacant government positions before getting full Senate approval.
Today in labor history: Fair Labor Standards Act signed by Roosevelt
Senator Hugo Black, author of the law, initially proposed a 30-hour week. Close to 700,000 workers were benefited from the legislation.
Government workers back Grimes in Kentucky Senate race
The American Federation of Government Employees today formally endorsed Alison Lundergan Grimes for election to the U.S. Senate.
Union cheers mass transit advocate’s election in Canada
Wynne swept to victory in the voting in Canada's largest province, home to approximately one of every three Canadians.
Labor Secretary calls for raise in the minimum wage
Obama administration Labor Secretary Thomas Perez is arguing for revisions in federal laws to make them more family-friendly.
Today in history: World-changers McCartney, Mbeki born
Two world-changing figures from the worlds of politics and music were born 72 years ago today, June 18, 1942.
California judge rules teacher tenure unconstitutional
The latest attack on teachers and their unions was handed down on June 10 by Judge Rolf M. Treu of Los Angeles Superior Court, in his ruling on Vergara v. California.
Media’s role in building movements a big topic at CPUSA Convention
"There's an aspect of capitalist development that is introducing problems in areas of education, including reading, and that's forced us into something of a crisis."
