Article Listing
-
Today in labor history: FDR establishes Thanksgiving holiday
November 26, 2013President George Washington became the first president to proclaim a Thanksgiving holiday, when, at the request of Congress, he proclaimed November 26 as a day of national thanksgiving for the U.S. Constitution.
Read more -
World’s largest landfill to become NYC’s biggest solar plant
November 26, 2013Parts of the East Coast are finally adopting solar energy projects, and New York City is leading the charge, the Fresh Kills development is seen as a major victory.
Read more -
Iran nuke deal merits support
November 26, 2013The last minute nuclear agreement worked out in Geneva on Sunday between Iran and the six-powers group is an important first step and merits the support of all progressive, peace-minded people.
Read more -
Determined to make a difference, a tribute to comrade Debbie Bell
November 26, 2013Through years of struggle, Debbie Bell made a difference. And our party the struggle has moved forward and is that much stronger and influential because of comrades like Debbie.
Read more -
Unions organizing aid for Philippines, Midwest disasters
November 25, 2013The typhoon destroyed several hospitals, along with homes, schools, power lines, bridges and virtually everything else.
Read more