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U.S. last in unionization among developed countries

November 28, 2011 By Mark Gruenberg

The U.S. is dead last among 21 top developed nations in both unionization rates and union coverage of the workforce and it's not because of globalization or high technology.

Connecticut protests demand jobs for infrastructure repair

November 28, 2011 By Joelle Fishman

A closed youth center in New Haven and a highway entrance in Hartford were the sites of lively rallies Nov. 17.

Bridge rally puts focus on jobs, infrastructure

November 23, 2011 By Jim Baldridge

Principal organizers were SEIU, MoveOn and Occupy Baltimore. Speakers included health care workers, unemployed workers, teachers and community activists.

Thousands rally against Alabama’s immigration law

November 23, 2011 By Pepe Lozano

In a united effort to repeal Alabama's anti-immigrant law, Black, white and Latino members of Congress, faith, labor, community and civil rights leaders kicked off a state and national campaign Nov. 21 in Birmingham.

Occupy movement takes up new challenges

November 22, 2011 By Marilyn Bechtel

The Oakland occupy movement is stepping up activities focused on national and local demands despite police evictions of its downtown tent encampments.