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House OKs bill making it easier for workers to prove age discrimination

July 8, 2021 By PAI

As expected, most Republican House members opposed the measure, but 29 GOPers broke party ranks.

Biden to teachers: ‘You deserve a raise, not just praise’

July 6, 2021 By Mark Gruenberg

The teachers say that the way to strengthen our now-weakened democracy is to construct a good, solid public education system available equally to all.

Despite big job gains in June, pandemic’s impact lingers

July 2, 2021 By Mark Gruenberg

Some 850,000 new jobs added but many are in the lower paid categories; Many seek better paying jobs.

Construction unions battle vaccine reluctance among members

July 2, 2021 By Matt Jaworski And Jim Embrescia

Study: 46% of construction workers leery of anti-coronavirus vaccine.

Statistics show new claims for jobless aid fewest in 15 months

July 1, 2021 By PAI

But National Employment Law Project warns millions now depending upon benefits will be cut off by July 4.