U.S.
Ellison tacks wage theft ban onto defense bill
June 27, 2014If Ellison's move survives the rest of the congressional gauntlet, it could aid tens of thousands of underpaid fast food workers at commissaries and in mini-malls on defense bases.
Read more
In about-face, lawmakers uphold Saturday mail delivery
June 27, 2014After lobbying by the nation's postal unions - and questions from non-partisan auditors about savings claims - a key GOP-run House committee reversed course.
Read more
Presbyterians vote to divest from companies aiding Israeli occupation
June 26, 2014The Presbyterian Church narrowly approved divestment from three U.S. companies that supply Israel with equipment used to maintain its occupation of Palestinian territory.
Read more
It’s political: Library cards
June 25, 2014Here's a simple way for you to help spread the ideas of an author you respect, and be a political activist at the same time: use your library card.
Read more
Mother Jones memorial ready for rehab
June 25, 2014The 78-year-old memorial to labor organizer and hell-raiser Mary Harris "Mother" Jones is ready for rehabilitation, the Illinois AFL-CIO announced.
Read more