New NEA president Eskelsen Garcia brings verve, edge to union
Teacher Lily Eskelsen Garcia has seen poverty's impact on her students, so for her, the issue is personal.
Head of L.A. Federation of Labor thrilled with $15 wage victory
It's a great day for working Angelenos, as the LA city countil has voted to raise the minimum wage, in steps, to $15 an hour.
Los Angeles raising minimum wage to $15 by 2020
"Our city has taken a much-needed, significant step toward lifting hundreds of thousands of people out of poverty."
Union leaders, lawmakers, mayors unveil Progressive Agenda
Saying "we need to reward work, not wealth," the group unveiled a massive grassroots campaign for "A Progressive Agenda."
Postal Workers, customers to hold nationwide protests May 14
APWU members will rally in over 85 cities for improved postal services and to protect good, living-wage jobs.
Senate sidetracks fast-track for TPP - for now
Union leaders hailed the Senate vote, which forces senators to postpone the debate on fast-track until after the Memorial Day recess.
In terms of minimum wage, California city races to the top
Emeryville, Calif. is putting its minimum wage on track to become the highest in the nation.
