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For striking Laborers at Cretex, preserving pensions is key
July 30, 2013"I've never stood up for anything in my life, but this is too much to give up."
Read moreFeds review worker exposure to blood-borne pathogens
July 30, 2013The federal government has opened a legally required review of a rule designed to cut or eliminate worker exposure to blood-borne illnesses.
Read moreIBEW adds its voice to call for changes in Obamacare
July 30, 2013The IBEW has called for a change to the Affordable Care Act so workers covered by multi-employer plans don't get hurt or lose coverage.
Read moreToday in labor history: United Farm Workers sign contract with Calif. grape industry
July 29, 2013The contract covered 10,000 workers and provided seniority, hiring, and a medical plan.
Read moreLabor movement in for a major makeover
July 29, 2013The labor movement, aiming to reverse decades of decline suffered under relentless attacks by the corporate-funded right wing, is headed for a major makeover.
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