unemployment

Capitalism and unemployment

October 17, 2011 By Art Perlo

Mass unemployment has been a feature of capitalism since it emerged as the dominant social system in 17th century England and spread throughout the world.

Unions to GOP: “You’re next on the unemployment lines!”

October 13, 2011 By John Wojcik And Mark Gruenberg

National labor leaders are telling GOP lawmakers to stop playing partsian games on the question of jobs and that come Nov., 2012, Republicans will be next on the unemployment lines.

Ban discrimination against the unemployed

October 11, 2011 By PW Editorial Board

President Obama's American Jobs Act contains an important provision outlawing discrimination against the unemployed.

Black Caucus message: Pass jobs programs now!

September 22, 2011 By Tim Wheeler

The Congressional Black Caucus kicked off its 41st Legislative Conference with resounding calls for quick passage of President Obama's $450 billion jobs program and jobs bills introduced by CBC members.

Another tragic police shooting in Washington Heights

September 21, 2011 By Gabe Falsetta And Jarvis Tyner

On September 17, over 150 neighbors, family and friends of John Collado marched to the 34th Precinct headquarters demanding justice.