Trumka urges "culture shift" to build "real working class movement"
In his keynote speech to the AFL-CIO convention, federation President Richard Trumka called for a new type of labor movement, one that fights for all working people's interests.
A tribute to Paul C. Neal
Paul C. Neal died one month before his 64th birthday.In addition to many wonderful stories from his family, his union president and a minister who lived on his mail delivery route both spoke eloquently.
Today in labor history: March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom
On August 28, 1963, Maryland police reported, "By 8 a.m., 100 buses an hour were streaming through the Baltimore Harbor Tunne" heading for Washington, D.C.
Fire Fighter leader blasts hypocritical politicians
The nation's politicians, from the federal government on down to city halls, are hypocritical in praising Fire Fighters and other first responders, then cutting public safety budgets.
St. Louis fast food workers fight discrimination
St. Louis fast-food chains - among others across the nation - are attempting to intimidate low-wage activists, as they gear up for the nationwide strike. planned for this Thursday, August 29.
Today in labor history: Paul Robeson loses passport appeal
On August 16, 1955, internationally known actor, singer and activist Paul Robeson lost his court appeal to force the U.S. State Department to grant him a passport.
Union leaders and allies arrested at Capitol immigration protest
More than 40 immigrant rights, labor, faith, and other leaders were arrested today on Capitol Hill protesting against unjust immigration policies.
Palermo’s agrees to reinstate eight fired workers
The company also has agreed to post a notice informing workers of their rights under the National Labor Relations Act and to hold a union election.
Unionists to hit the streets in August for immigration reform
Unionists will hit the streets by the thousands in August, campaigning all-out for comprehensive immigration reform.
Labor movement in for a major makeover
The labor movement, aiming to reverse decades of decline suffered under relentless attacks by the corporate-funded right wing, is headed for a major makeover.
