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AFL-CIO Report Finds That CEOs Made 285 Times More Than Their Workers Last Year
The CEOs in the report can also avoid paying an extra $738 million in income taxes thanks to Trump's budget legislation.
Trump Labor Department Plans to Gut More Than 60 Workplace Regulations
The administration is planning to overhaul dozens of rules that protect workers from exploitation and wage theft.
Hunger Threatens to Plague “Golden Years” of Older Americans Due to Trump’s Cuts
Malnutrition and food insecurity are set to soar among vulnerable older populations due to aid cuts in Trump’s budget.
“We’re Done Working for Crumbs”: Indiana Kroger Workers Reject Second Contract
The offer didn’t meet workers’ needs — nor their expectations, which have been raised through member organizing.
Underpaid, Overworked Medical Residents Who Keep Hospitals Afloat Want a Union
Unionization will lead to better and safer patient outcomes, says one medical resident.
Thanks to Congress, Puerto Ricans Will Struggle Even More to Feed Their Families
The island imports more than 80 percent of its food, and residents already face rising prices and supply chain issues.
Sanders Introduces “Pensions for All Act” to Ensure Workers Can Retire
Only 9 percent of Americans have pensions today, compared to 44 percent in 1975.
Trump Admin’s Focus on Child Labor After California Raids Is a Bait and Switch
The Trump administration’s raids are part of the same immigration system that makes child labor conditions possible.
“Tax-Dodging Consultant” Is Now the US Treasury’s Top Tax Policy Official
As a lobbyist, Ken Kies secured tax giveaways for major corporations. Now, he’s helping implement the GOP budget bill.
18 States Now Have Laws Blocking Cities From Enacting Paid Leave Standards
Nearly 73 million workers fall under such laws, according to a new report.