worker rights – Page 171

OUR Walmart shows strength in nation’s heartland

September 9, 2013 By Tim Steinhelfer

Growth of OUR Walmart in Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, and Michigan has been greater than all other states combined.

For dignity and higher wages, Walmart workers risk arrest

September 6, 2013 By Ben Markeson

ORLANDO, Fla. - Seven members and supporters of OUR Walmart, Organization United for Respect at Walmart, were arrested here for blocking an entrance, during a protest at a Walmart in Orange County, Fla., on Sept. 5.

Across nation, Walmart workers protest illegal firings

September 6, 2013 By Marilyn Bechtel

Across the nation, Walmart workers struck again, and rallied with union and community supporters in some 15 cities.

Fast food workers’ strike is “March on Corporate America”

August 30, 2013 By Marilyn Bechtel

At yesterday's fast food workers strike, Rep. Barbara Lee told workers, " There's no way workers should have to work for minimum wage and still have to rely on food stamps, Section 8 and Medicaid."

Fast food and retail workers to walk out nationwide Aug. 29

August 26, 2013 By Mark Gruenberg

If you go to your local fast food joint, you may find something unusual: A picket line. If you want to show support, don't cross it.