Labor
Labor a big part of protests in 77 Turkish cities
June 18, 2013The Istanbul Gezi Park protests have been coordinated by a broad coalition called "Taksim Solidarity," which is composed of 117 different constituent groups, including trade unions.
Read more
Immigration reform advocates say more protection needed for guest workers
June 17, 2013Advocates for workers' rights are ramping up pressure to include stronger provisions to protect guest workers from abuse in any new immigration reform legislation.
Read more
Today in labor history: Organizing drive that led to formation of USW
June 17, 2013On this day in 1936, unionists gathered in Pittsburgh, organized by the Steel Workers Organizing Committee (SWOC).
Read more
Unions report positive reception on the Hill for immigration reform
June 17, 2013Unionists who descended on Congress to lobby for comprehensive immigration reform reported many favorable reactions from lawmakers.
Read more
Crowd honors photographers tossed out by the Sun Times
June 14, 2013"I never knew until today," he said, as he looked out over the crowd, "that you can fly with a broken wing; our spirits may be wounded, but our hearts continue to smile."
Read more