Today in labor history: United Mine Workers founded

Contrary to what right-wing politicians would have us believe, labor unions have been part of the fabric of American society for a very long time. Case in point: On Jan. 22, 124 years ago, the United Mine Workers of America was founded 124 years ago, on Jan. 22, 1890, in Columbus, Ohio. The new union, … Continue reading Today in labor history: United Mine Workers founded