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Appeals court reinstates Walker’s entire anti-union law
January 24, 2013The ruling in early January disappointed the coalition of seven public worker unions who had challenged Walker's law in court.
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Today in Labor History: Paul Robeson dies
January 23, 2013On January 23, 1976, noted singer and actor Paul Robeson died in Philadelphia. Robeson was also a legendary civil rights and peace leader and athlete.
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Mali, imperialism, and “Françafrique”
January 23, 2013About 3,000 French troops have now entered the war in Mali, at the request of Malian President Dioncounda Traoré.
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Environment vs. jobs: Bill McKibben’s contributions and limits
January 23, 2013Bill McKibben plays a vital role in the environmental movement. As an activist, and thinker, his contributions have international significance.
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Union membership declined by 398,000 in 2012
January 23, 2013The number of union members nationwide declined by 398,000 from 2011 to 2012, the Bureau of Labor Statistics says in its latest report.
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