MI workers resist “right-to-work” law
Michigan lawmakers began debate today on controversial “right to work” legislation that would forbid requiring workers to pay union dues. The legislation is expected to pass despite widespread protests in…
NYC fast food workers stage walk out, fighting for rights to unionize
Dozens of fast food workers at some of the country’s largest chains, including McDonald’s, Taco Bell, and Domino’s, walked off the job today in a coordinated campaign to highlight low…
Hostess, union fail at negotiations
Hostess announced Tuesday night that it failed to reach a new agreement with BCTWGM, and union officials said the company plans to proceed with shuttering its operations after 82 years…
Walker survives recall election by outspending his challenger 7-to-1
It’s another disappointing day for “free-and-fair” elections in America. In his bid to retain office, Gov. Scott Walker of Wisconsin outspent Democratic challenger Tom Barrett 7-to-1. Despite fallacious Republican rhetoric…
State Democrats shut down WI government
In a brave move of solidarity with public employee unions the Democratic state senators of Wisconsin walked out of the chamber yesterday in Madison to stall the efforts of Governor…