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The governor takes action as he faces a primary challenge from the left from actress Cynthia Nixon.
"Much, much more needs be done," one expert said after the arrest of two black men in a Philadelphia store.
Ten Years Later: Worker Wins
OPEIU Local 459
Our latest roundup of worker wins begins with a victory 10 years in the making and includes numerous examples of working people organizing, bargaining and mobilizing for a better life.
OPEIU Workers Win Historic 10-Year Fight at American Red Cross: After a decade-long battle, workig people at American Red Cross in Michigan have won a new contract. They also came to resolution of an unfair labor practice charge that will repay workers more than $1.6 million in lost benefits.
A Growing Wave of Campaigns Are Organizing: In advance of the 2018 midterm elections, nine Democratic campaigns have come together in union. Additionally, Revolution Messaging, a digital communications firm, also has unionized. The newly organized campaign workers are represented by The Campaign Workers Guild, which is assisting in negotiations with dozens of other campaigns. The nine campaigns that have organized so far are: for the U.S. House of Representatives—Randy Bryce (Wis.), Brian Flynn (N.Y.), Dan Haberman (Mich.), Jess King (Pa.), Marie Newman (Ill.), Andy Thorburn (Calif.); attorney general...
"Much, much more needs be done," one expert said after the arrest of two black men in a Philadelphia store.
Ending a Rigged System: In the States Roundup
It's time once again to take a look at the ways working people are making progress in the states. Click on any of the links to follow the state federations and central labor councils on Twitter.
Alaska AFL-CIO:
#TaxDayProtest pic.twitter.com/bDl4juYQLR— Alaska AFL-CIO (@AKAFLCIO) April 17, 2018
Arkansas AFL-CIO:
Tough weather did not stop AFSCME Local 965! #1u #afscme #livingwage https://t.co/ZyIiiWGKRs— Arkansas AFL-CIO (@ArkansasAFLCIO) April 9, 2018
California Labor Federation:
⚡️Women standing strong together to end a rigged system⚡️ "Uber whistleblower Susan Fowler backs California legislation to end forced arbitration" Must read from @Cookie and @jonrussell on #AB3080
Your Union-Made Snack Guide!
AFL-CIO
You like snacks, right? Everybody does! Did you know that your snack choices can reflect your values and show support for working people? That's right, when you choose these snacks made by the Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers (BCTGM), you not only have fun, you use the power of your wallet to make the world a better place. Here's a handy guide to let you know which snacks are union-made!
Chips and Pretzels: You have lots of options here (all made by BCTGM), including: Rold Gold pretzels made in Canton, Ohio (Local 19); UTZ pretzels made in Reading, Pennsylvania (Local 6); Frito-Lay products made in Topeka, Kansas (Local 218) and Vancouver, Washington (Local 364); Pirate's Booty and Keystone Foods products made in Easton, Pennsylvania (Local 6); Mikesell’s potato chips made in Dayton, Ohio (Local 57); Happy’s potato chips made in St. Paul, Minnesota (Local 22); and Bugles made in West Chicago, Illinois (Local 316G).
Ice Cream Toppings: If you love ice cream and want some special toppings, get those made by BCTGM at the Masterson Company of Milwaukee (Local...
Officials said Wednesday it could take 24 to 36 hours to fully restore power.
The saga of the one-of-a-kind Wu-Tang clan album continues, with some possible help from James Comey
The saga of the one-of-a-kind Wu-Tang Clan album continues, perhaps with help from the former FBI director.
Even when states try to fight high drug prices, they get stymied.
