Today in labor history: Jobs slashed throughout U.S.
The job losses occurred in nearly every sector of the economy, but manufacturing and construction businesses were hit particularly hard.
Today in labor history: Streetcar strike births po’ boy sandwich
Some 1,100 streetcar workers strike in New Orleans on July 1, 1929, spurring the creation of the po' boy sandwich.
Today in labor history: “Wobblies” founded in 1905
The Industrial Workers of the World, also known as the "Wobblies," was founded at a 12-day convention in Chicago, June 27, 1905.
Today in labor history: Eugene Debs initiates boycott against Pullman railroad
The American Railway Union, led by Eugene Debs, initiated a boycott against the Pullman Palace Car Company.
Today in labor history: American Railway Union founded
On this day in 1893, the American Railway Union - one of the first industrial unions in the United States - was founded.
Today in labor history: Organizing drive that led to formation of USW
On this day in 1936, unionists gathered in Pittsburgh, organized by the Steel Workers Organizing Committee (SWOC).
Today in labor history: Supreme Court ends laws against interracial marriage
The case was brought forth by Richard and Mildred Loving, who were imprisoned for one year for marrying in the state of Virginia.
Today in labor history: Kennedy signs bill to overcome sexism in pay
On this day in 1963, President John F. Kennedy passed the Equal Pay Act aimed at eliminating unequal pay for women.
Today in labor history: Paterson silk strikers take to stage
Today in labor history, silk workers held a one-time performance of Paterson Strike Pageant at Madison Square Garden in 1913.
Today in labor history: James Meredith shot
On this day in 1966, civil rights activist James Meredith was shot while leading the March Against Fear from Memphis to Jackson.
