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Independent Musicians Build Solidarity Amid Pandemic by Forming Nationwide Union
The Union of MusiÂcians and Allied WorkÂers (UMAW) is seeking systemic shifts industry-wide regardless of genre.
When Black Movements Win, Everybody But the 1 Percent Wins
All workers should join the Black freedom struggle, not just as “allies” but as partners in rebellion.
The Insufficient COVID Stimulus Must Not Be Followed by Austerity
Critics say the $900 billion relief package does not go far enough in providing direct aid to those in most need.
Green Social Democracy Offers the Most Viable Path Toward a Sustainable Future
A green social democracy offers a way out of economic and climate crises, says economics professor David Kotz.
UPS and Postal Service Workers Struggle With COVID and High Volume
The stresses of the pandemic and holiday season for these workers have thrown into relief the need to build union power.
US Population Growth Falls to Lowest in a Century Amid Pandemic Fallout
Rising mortality rates and declining immigration rates, combined with the decline in births, will slow down the economy.
Companies Took $1.8 Billion to Save Jobs and Laid Off 90,000 Workers Anyway
Businesses that don’t rehire all their workers may have to pay back the loans plus 1 percent interest.
Sudden GOP Push to End Emergency Lending Programs Condemned as Sabotage Attempt
The move is seen as an attempt to hamstring the Biden administration's ability to respond to the economic crisis.
2020 Saw Resurgence of Strikes as a Key Tactic for Labor Around the World
While this year catalyzed a historic strike wave, it also exposed the labor movement’s internal divisions.
GOP Push to Keep Stimulus Check From People on Unemployment Draws Outrage
The effort comes after the GOP already reportedly succeeded in paring back the duration of unemployment benefits.