Strike
Today in labor history: Pullman strike leader murder sparks huge protest funeral
July 17, 2014During the Pullman strike, Charles Leonard, a representative of Omaha Railway murdered Charles Luth, a railroad switchman and union activist.
Read moreToday in Labor History: Emma Goldman, IWW, Wagner Act, strike and lockout
June 27, 2014There were at least five major events in the annals of labor history in the U.S. that occurred on June 27.
Read moreAltoona nurses strike to put “Patients before profits”
February 26, 2014Hundreds of nurses, hospital workers and supporters hit the picket line in the bitter cold here, Feb. 11.
Read moreUIC stonewalling forces faculty strike
February 19, 2014For the past 18 months, University of Illinois Chicago faculty have been negotiating for a livable salary for full-time lecturers.
Read moreToday in labor history: Rubber workers start huge sit-down strike
January 29, 2014The sit-down tactic proved extremely effective. Workers literally sat in at their jobs and refused to leave. As a result, the company was unable to hire scab replacements.
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