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The Racism of the Supreme Court’s “Janus” Decision
The “right-to-work” laws expanded by “Janus v. AFSCME” have white supremacist roots.
Supreme Court’s “Janus” Decision Is an All-Out Attack on Working Americans
Wednesday's 5-4 decision gave a giant boost to the campaign to undermine labor for the benefit of the super-rich.
Abusive Employers Are Threatening to Call Immigration Authorities on Domestic Workers
Some hope Texas will be next in the fight for domestic workers' rights.
Unwieldy Health Costs Often Stand Between Teachers and Fatter Paychecks
Many teachers have traditionally accepted a trade-off of low salaries for generous benefits.
Capitalism, Politics and Immigration: A Tale of Profitable Suffering
The capitalist drive for profit at the cost of human life and dignity must be cast aside.
Workplace Deaths Are Rising. Trump-Era Budget Cuts Could Make It Worse.
Trump’s budget proposal last year called for a 21 percent cut in Department of Labor spending.
Forced Labor Remains Common in Tea and Cocoa Industries, Despite Certification Programs
This isn’t the first time certification programs have been called to task for failing to protect workers.
The Brazilian Truckers’ Strike: How WhatsApp Is Changing the Rules of the Game
What does it mean for the future of mass mobilizing and electoral politics in Brazil?
Labor’s New Terrain: Working on the Supply Chain Gang
One of the biggest sources of potential power is to be found among the rank-and-file union members.
Using “Climate Solidarity” to Remedy Climate Alienation
A guide to dismantling the commonly portrayed “jobs vs. environment” frame.