African Americans
Detroit: Through the lens of class and race
September 23, 2013The success of the struggle in Detroit will hinge especially on the degree of anti-racist understanding achieved by white people and workers in particular.
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Campaign launched to rename Nathan Bedford Forrest H.S.
September 18, 2013Progressives say the true symbolism behind the name change is that of social justice, a solid stepping stone for the South to "rise again."
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As matter of survival, unions double down on diversity
September 9, 2013The 50-plus unions of the AFL-CIO redoubled its efforts to diversify its ranks and leadership with more women, workers of color, LGBT and young workers.
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A tribute to Paul C. Neal
September 3, 2013Paul C. Neal died one month before his 64th birthday.In addition to many wonderful stories from his family, his union president and a minister who lived on his mail delivery route both spoke eloquently.
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Today in labor history: Motley becomes first black woman federal judge
August 30, 2013On Aug. 30, 1966, civil rights lawyer Constance Baker Motley became the first African American woman to serve as a federal judge.
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