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Economy & Labor
Cori Bush Establishes Congressional Caucus to End Homelessness in the US
The establishment of the caucus comes as evictions and housing shortages are on the rise.
Norfolk Southern Used Sick Leave as Bargaining Chip to Erode Safety, Union Says
The company wanted to withhold sick leave unless the union agreed to support an industry-favored inspection system.
Judge Finds Starbucks Violated Labor Laws Hundreds of Times in Buffalo Alone
The judge has ordered Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz to read a notice of the numerous violations to employees.
A 4-Day Work Week Bill Is Being Reintroduced in the House as Idea Gains Speed
Rep. Mark Takano is reintroducing a bill that would hack eight hours off of the standard work week.
Sanders Moves to Subpoena Starbucks CEO Over Rampant Union Busting
“Unfortunately, Mr. Schultz has given us no choice but to subpoena him,” Sanders said.
30 Million Across the US Have Their Family’s Food Assistance Slashed
“Poverty and hunger are policy choices. It’s time we step up and do more,” said Rep. Pramila Jayapal.
Bernie Sanders Reintroduces PRO Act as Labor Activity Is on the Rise
The PRO Act is a sweeping piece of labor legislation that would massively increase workers’ ability to unionize.
“I Am Fired Up”: Sanders, Warren Join Rally for Student Debt Cancellation
“In America, you should not have to face financial ruin because you want a damn education,” Sanders said.
Republicans Are Working on Making 70 the New Social Security Retirement Age
Republicans claim they don’t want to cut Social Security — but they’re working behind the scenes to do just that.
Migrant Kids in the US Are Forced Into Dangerous Jobs for Major Brands
The Biden administration on Monday announced it would crack down on the use of migrant child labor in the U.S.