unions

Unions: Senate postal overhaul would axe 100,000 workers

February 3, 2014 By PAI

The latest Postal Service overhaul bill, which stalled after the relevant Senate committee started work on it on Jan. 29, would axe 100,000 jobs.

Wisconsin moves from progressive “dairyland” to “plutocrats’ paradise”

January 31, 2014 By Joseph Zimmermann

Wisconsin's governor is attempting to launch a presidential campaign based on his reputation for union-busting, and a state legislature that draws up legislation to satisfy the needs of one multimillionaire.

Northwestern University footballers file union election cards

January 30, 2014 By PAI

With virtually unanimous player support, and Steelworker backing, football players at Northwestern University filed a formal petition and signed union recognition election cards.

Connecticut child care providers voting on their first union contract

January 29, 2014 By Joelle Fishman

Home child care workers in Connecticut are poised to win their first union contract, with a vote count scheduled for Feb. 14.

Justices: Collective bargaining determines pay for putting on protective gear

January 29, 2014 By PAI

In a 9-0 decision on Jan. 27, justices said time used in taking off and putting on the gear is a bargainable subject under labor law.