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Trump Tries to Woo Union Leaders Despite His Long Record of Exploiting Workers
Trump, who once said he prefers nonunion labor, has faced numerous complaints for failing to pay minimum wage.
Following General Strike, Argentine President’s Austerity Bill Withdrawn
The anti-worker and austerity measures in the bill included massive privatizations, layoffs and labor reforms.
Union Members Organize to Demand Their Leadership Rescind Biden Endorsements
UAW Labor for Palestine and Educators for Palestine lead the way as unions dissent over the genocide in Gaza.
Second-Largest Union in US Calls for “Immediate” Ceasefire in Gaza
The statement goes a step further than some calls for a ceasefire by demanding an end to the occupation of Palestine.
SCOTUS Will Hear Starbucks Case Arguing Against Key Labor Law Enforcement Tool
“Starbucks just expanded its war on its own employees to a war on all U.S. workers,” the union said.
California Faculty Association Escalates Strike Actions Ahead of Contract Battle
Demands include paid family leave, gender-inclusive restrooms, rules for expanding workloads and campus police reforms.
Senate Democrats Warn Auto Makers to Not Interfere With Sweeping UAW Union Drive
The lawmakers raised concern that some automakers have already engaged in illegal anti-union moves.
Unions Increasingly Condemn Israeli Occupation and Call for Gaza Ceasefire
Trade unionist Bill Fletcher and labor historian Jeff Schuhrke discuss labor’s history with Israel and Palestine.
10 Victories the Working Class Won in 2023
From picket lines to state houses to the White House, workers fighting against inequality landed huge wins this year.
These Are the Major Organized Labor Fights to Watch Out for in 2024
Major strikes and worker victories in 2023 have set the stage for a potentially monumental year of labor action.