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U.S. ally Qatar propped up by exploited immigrant workers

February 23, 2012 By Susan Webb

Qatar is a key U.S. ally in the Middle East, yet the majority of its population are immigrant workers who are harshly exploited with few rights.

Apple’s iPod, iPhone, Macs made in inhuman working conditions

February 23, 2012 By Joe Sims

Apple made over $14 billion in the fourth quarter of last year alone - yet workers in companies that supply its products overseas, particularly in China are paid low wages

Demonstrators to Temple U.: Practice some diversity; union jobs for all

February 22, 2012 By Ben Sears

Demonstrators carried signs and chanted slogans urging "Women in the Trades" and "Union Jobs for All."

Fired warehouse workers hold Walmart accountable

February 17, 2012 By Blake Skylar

On Feb. 17, with the support of community and business leaders, they gathered in front of a Walmart Express store and fought back.

Flower workers: giving Valentine’s Day new meaning

February 14, 2012 By Blake Skylar

Colombian workers - mostly female - who cut and ship flowers must endure substandard pay and conditions, reports the AFL-CIO. This holiday would provide an excellent opportunity to show support for them.