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Discrimination Against Moms Is Still Rampant in Most Workplaces
Moms are pushed out of workplaces and subject to stereotypes — but with few legal protections, many cases go unreported.
Mother Jones Organized Against Child Labor 120 Years Ago: Let’s Resume Her Fight
This May Day, in a moment of resurgent child labor, let’s take time to remember and be inspired by Mother Jones.
NHS Workers to Resume Strike, Rejecting Tory Government Pay Offer as Inadequate
Rishi Sunak, the wealthiest PM in UK history, has repeatedly supported proposals to crack down on the strike.
On Workers Memorial Day, Here Are 4 Dangerous Employers Out of a “Dirty Dozen”
Some have attempted to silence workers who speak up about hazards or try to organize a union to make a safer workplace.
Florida GOP Passes Bill to Undermine Unions for Public Employees — Except Cops
The bill would bar unions for teachers and nurses from automatically collecting dues.
84 Amazon Contract Drivers and Dispatchers Have Joined the Teamsters Union
“We want fair pay and safe jobs, to be able to provide food for our families,” one driver said.
Workers Fighting Union-Busting May Have a New Legal Tool at Their Disposal
A class-action lawsuit against a California-based grocery retailer could set a new precedent against union-busters.
Starbucks Workers Unionize 300th Store Less than 18 Months After First Win
“Starbucks baristas are writing labor history,” said organizer Michelle Eisen.
Historic Rutgers Strike Goes Into Day 5: Workers Demand Better Pay, Job Security
Even construction workers on campus have walked off the job, so as not to violate the picket lines, says Donna Murch.
80 Percent of Norfolk Southern’s Massive Profits Go Into Executives’ Pockets
The railway giant's corporate practices are under fire after the toxic East Palestine crash.