Striking Red Cross workers' life blood on the line
"Working at a site without air on a 90-degree day and trying to keep my staff and donors from passing out was part of my daily challenge."
Labor's top organizer sees long fight ahead
Labor groups, Latinos, African-Americans, women, and students must unite in a years-long campaign to restore and reclaim workers rights.
Trumka: Labor and allies to unveil economic platform
A coalition of progressive groups, led by the AFL-CIO, will unveil a joint platform this summer.
Labor fightback in the Great Recession
For over 30 years the labor movement has faced relentless corporate, political, and right-wing attack. And since the "great recession," this attack has risen in intensity and viciousness.
Top anti-union outfit smaller than believed
The Associated Builders and Contractors proclaims itself the national voice of non-union construction companies. However, it actually represents just a small share of U.S. contractors.
Obama to building trades: GOP blocking construction jobs
Obama's campaign for more construction jobs comes against a continuing backdrop of high joblessness in the construction industry: 17.2% in March, more than double the national jobless rate of 8.2%.
Workers say fight to save Post Office goes on
By a 62-37 vote on Apr. 25, the Senate approved a modified postal "reform" bill, S1789. The battle over the future of the Postal Service now moves to the GOP-run House.
Worker’s Memorial Day: regulations save lives
While President Obama is pushing for more safety, he warned business groups are pushing back with an "all out assault."
Taxi drivers honor AFL-CIO leader
New York City taxi drivers and supporters gathered at the headquarters of the United Federation of Teachers in lower Manhattan.
Walker’s revenge felt by Wisconsin workers
Three groups of Badger State workers have been 'disciplined' for opposing GOP Gov. Scott Walker.
