Michael Arria

Michael Arria is the U.S. correspondent for Mondoweiss. Follow him on Twitter: @michaelarria.

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Economy & Labor

How Can Workers in “The Great Resignation” Harness Leverage Long-Term?

Wage gains could be short-lived unless accompanied by legislation addressing structural inequalities, experts warn.

By: Michael Arria ,; Truthout

December 28, 2021

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Economy & Labor

Biden Labor Board Strikes Barrier to Unionization of 1.5 Million Grad Students

Organizers are hoping that the withdrawal of a Trump-era rule rejuvenates unionization efforts among graduate students.

By: Michael Arria ,; Truthout

March 22, 2021

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Economy & Labor

NAFTA 2.0 Does Little to Reverse the Damage of Its Predecessor

The United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement appears to be a victory for Trump and the "moderate" Democrats.

By: Michael Arria ,; InTheseTimes

December 14, 2019

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Economy & Labor

New Federal Bill Would Make It Easier to Join a Union

The bill's protections would also extend to those not currently classified as employees, such as rideshare drivers.

By: Michael Arria ,; Truthout

June 18, 2019

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Economy & Labor

Trump-Appointed Board Proposes Major Blow to Air and Rail Unions

A new rule making it easier for air and rail unions to be decertified smells suspiciously like retaliation.

By: Michael Arria ,; Truthout

March 29, 2019

News Analysis

Prisons & Policing

Polar Vortex Shows Incarcerated Workers Bear the Brunt of Extreme Weather

From clearing snow to fighting wildfires, prisoners are being exploited to mitigate climate disasters.

By: Michael Arria ,; InTheseTimes

February 4, 2019

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Environment & Health

Left-Wing Disaster Relief Efforts Spread Goodwill for Socialism

Where FEMA has failed victims, left-wing groups are offering direct aid and drawing attention to climate change.

By: Michael Arria ,; Truthout

December 14, 2018

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Politics & Elections

Progressive Activists Are Winning in Red States

Organizers have broken with tradition to set up a grassroots infrastructure that could lead to future wins.

By: Michael Arria ,; Truthout

December 9, 2018

Economy & Labor

Historic McDonald’s Strike Brings Anti-Harassment Fight to Picket Line

Workers in 10 major cities walked out during the lunch rush to protest sexual harassment on the job.

By: Michael Arria ,; Truthout

September 19, 2018

Economy & Labor

ICE and Border Patrol Unions Cheer Trump’s Immigration Crackdown

There are signs that the Trump administration has been influenced by the political efforts of these unions.

By: Sarah Lazare &; Michael Arria ,; InTheseTimes

July 18, 2018

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