Labor
Letter Carriers jump into electoral arena for pro-post office candidates
October 22, 2014The Letter Carriers took the unusual step of singling out for support only lawmakers who are strong supporters of postal union members.
Read moreMichigan autoworkers gear up for Nov. 4 elections
October 21, 2014The union expects that anger over Republican anti-union legislation will help drive large numbers of people to the polls.
Read moreToday in labor history: Montgomery teenager refused to yield bus seat
October 21, 2014On this day in 1955, African-American Mary Louise Smith refused to give up her seat to a white passenger on a bus in Montgomery Alabama.
Read moreAuto mechanics won’t be bulldozed off the picket line
October 20, 2014Auto mechanics of AMU Local 701 have been on strike at Al Piemonte Chevrolet for a fair contract for over three months.
Read moreWalker says minimum wage serves no purpose
October 16, 2014Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker (R) doesn't believe the minimum wage "serves a purpose."
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