Trump’s VP pick Mike Pence addresses right-wing lobby ALEC
Indiana's governor, Trump's Republican running mate, addressed - and hailed - ALEC, disregarding worker protests out front of the secretive right-wing cabal's meeting.
Massachusetts passes most comprehensive state equal pay law
The law bars employers from demanding past salary figures from job applicants; it also provides a more comprehensive definition of comparable work.
Obama threatens defense bill veto over anti-LGBTQ, anti-worker provisions
The provisions, inserted in a huge DOD bill by House Republicans, are among the reasons the administration told Congress the president's advisors "would recommend he veto the bill."
Hartford's "Fighting for Our Future" rally inspires struggle
Big changes require big struggles, and "May Day 2016 -- Fighting for Our Future" set a powerful and inspiring framework for the labor battles and elections this year.
On May Day
It's often forgotten, but May Day, the original, real, workers' holiday, originated in the U.S.
Treston Davis-Faulkner, rest in power
National Field Director of Jobs With Justice, Davis-Faulkner was a fierce advocate for dignity, justice and self-determination for all people.
Walker killed his own campaign with attacks on workers
"Scott Walker was a one-trick labor bashing pony and the novelty seems to have worn off even among Republican primary voters."
Pope's visit will elevate discussion on income inequality and wages
Labor has joined faith and civic organizations to ensure that Pope Francis' message on inclusion, solidarity and equality is amplified during his visit to the U.S. during the third week of September.
Ruling on labor practices shows importance of appeals courts to workers
While the U.S. Supreme Court's worker rulings apply nationwide, they rejects most cases brought to them; that leaves worker rights in the hands of the appeals court judges.
St. Louis workers celebrate increase in minimum wage
In all, about 50,000 low-wage workers in St. Louis will see an immediate pay increase come October 15.
