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Calif. unions target Republicans on immigration reform

August 15, 2013 By Kenneth Quinnell

Thousands rallied outside the office of Rep. Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., in support of a comprehensive immigration policy.

Union complaint leads to OSHA move against Republic Steel

August 15, 2013 By PAI

A Steelworkers complaint led the Occupational Safety and Health Administration to swoop down, earlier this year, on the Republic Steel plant in Canton, Ohio.

Pro-union panelists call for labor outreach to blacks and youth

August 15, 2013 By Mark Gruenberg

"Our issues can be overcome. Diversity is a great strength."

Today in labor history: Power blackout saps Northeast

August 14, 2013 By Special to People’s World

On this day in 2003, the Northeast of the United States and Canada experienced a massive blackout, which affected 50 million people.

Philadelphia charter school teachers rally for unionization

August 14, 2013 By Sean Kitchen

"Having the support of parents, alumni, teachers, and community groups means so much. We are forming a union to provide a better education for our students."