Labor
Portuguese workers gear up for second general strike in six months
June 2, 2026On Wednesday, June 3, they will once again walk off the job to deliver a blow to a right-wing government that continually targets them.
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Nearly 1,000 UAW members walk out at American Axle
June 2, 2026GM cars won’t run if the striking workers stay off the job.
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Some 70,000 rideshare drivers unionize in Massachusetts
May 29, 2026Described as the biggest private sector unionizing win since 1941.
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Union coalition brings ‘billionaires tax’ proposal to Illinois
May 29, 2026Taxing the ultra-rich, now law in Washington State, picks up support nationwide.
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Canadian labor movement declares its solidarity with Cuba
May 29, 2026Delegates to the Canadian Labour Congress convention vote almost unanimously to stand together with Cuba.
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