democracy
A march for jobs and justice to MLK monument
August 25, 2011The Reverend Al Sharpton's National Action Network, the NAACP and others have called for a march for 'Jobs and Justice' in DC August 27th.
Read moreMonument to freedom
August 25, 2011The idea of a memorial to Dr. King was first proposed 27 years ago. His monument is the first on the National Mall not dedicated to a president.
Read moreUnions warn about deceptive California ballot measure
August 12, 2011Wealthy conservatives are behind a ballot initiative that would restrict unions' involvement in political campaigns.
Read moreBritish riots spurred by “greed is good” society
August 10, 2011These attitudes were reproduced so grotesquely by the needy inadequates on TV shows such as The Apprentice.
Read moreAFL-CIO backs “people’s movement” in Middle East
August 5, 2011The executive council praised the role workers and independent trade unions are playing in the popular mobilizations against corrupt, oppressive regimes.
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