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Largest Union Calls for Ceasefire in Gaza
UAW, the powerhouse union representing over 400,000 workers, takes a groundbreaking stance on the Gaza conflict.

UAW’s New Union Organizing Drive Is Largest in Modern US History
United Auto Workers aims to bring 150,000 employees at 13 nonunion auto companies into the union.

The International Labor Movement Is Mobilizing for a Free Palestine
Global labor unions are responding to Palestinian workers’ calls for solidarity and demanding an immediate ceasefire.

Unionization Wave Spurred by Starbucks Workers Is Spreading Across Buffalo
Workers at Elmwood Taco and Subs, an iconic local food shop, are continuing the wave of worker-led organizing.

Government and Grassroots Unite Against Labor Violations
Workers, unions and grassroots movements are partnering with local governments to fight labor violations.

Faculty at 23 California State University Campuses Prepare to Strike
The last time the California Faculty Association went on strike was in 2011.

Indian Trade Unions Demand Modi Scrap Deal to Replace Palestinian Workers
“Nothing could be more immoral and disastrous for India than the said ‘export’ of workers to Israel,” the unions said.

Animal Rights Group DxE Faces Misconduct Claims and Toxic Environment
Anima rights group, Direct Action Everywhere (DxE), co-founder Wayne Hsiung faces allegations of misconduct.

Striking Actors Reach “Extraordinary” Tentative Deal With Hollywood Studios
The deal, which includes pay increases and protections against AI, brings to an end a four-monthlong strike.

Black Labor Powered Reconstruction’s Fight for Democracy. It Can Do It Again.
Collective actions led by Black labor historically pushed moderates to meet radical demands and continue to do so.