worker rights
EPA fires scientists – to shake attempt to unionize?
September 6, 2012The American Federation of Government Employees expressed utter outrage that this was done at a time when scientists were seeking union representation.
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A life in organizing, an interview with Stewart Acuff
August 30, 2012A key voice in the design of the Employee Free Choice Act, Acuff spoke about how much change the very modest improvements in labor law the bill would bring, with his signature faith in working people.
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North Texas takes stand to save the right to retire
August 15, 2012North Texas activists this week protested the dumping of pension and health care rights.
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Big union win for security guards
August 15, 2012Four enormous security companies have agreed to recognize the SEIU -- and begin negotiating a union contract -- for about 500 Portland-area security guards.
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45,000 workers march in support of Second Bill of Rights
August 13, 2012The 45,000 workers and their allies came to hear labor leaders, community activists, and elected officials voice their frustration with politicians' failure to address the needs of working people.
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