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US politics
fromThe Nation
3 weeks ago

Remembering Labor's Constitutional Rights

The Constitution protects workers' rights, but current court interpretations are hindered by anti-union legal challenges.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Top Trump Official Says Americans on Medicaid Should Replace Deported Farm Workers

There will be no amnesty for illegal agricultural workers in the U.S., and Americans on Medicaid should replace them, according to Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins.
Agriculture
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Ann Coulter Melts Down as Trump Softens on Farmworker Amnesty': We Didn't Kill Enough Indians'

Ann Coulter has historically shifted her opinion on Donald Trump, particularly regarding immigration policies, criticizing him when he appears too lenient. Recent concerns revolve around his rescinding of Temporary Protected Status for many immigrants.
US politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Minister to meet food delivery firms over reports of illegal workers

The government will meet food delivery companies next week following reports that some asylum seekers are working illegally as couriers within hours of their arrival in the UK.
UK news
fromGothamist
1 month ago

Immigration police making their presence known at NYC-area Home Depots

ICE is increasing arrests at day laborer hubs, particularly outside Home Depots in New York.
The Trump administration is prioritizing immigration enforcement, impacting immigrant workers significantly.
Right-wing politics
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

Trump Openly Orders ICE to Punish Democratic Cities

The Trump administration's mass-deportation initiative faces backlash from certain industries needing immigrant labor, prompting a reconsideration of aggressive immigration policies.
fromwww.chicagotribune.com
1 month ago

As labor costs rise, AI is learning to farm

A century ago, orchards were the primary source of income for Parker Flamm's grandfather, but now, Flamm Orchards is one of the last standing in southern Illinois.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Pizza Express, Lidl and Halfords named by Government for minimum wage failures

Major UK companies have been identified for underpaying employees, highlighting widespread issues in wage compliance.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Horse racing industry braces for crackdown on illegal immigration

Immigrant workers are crucial to the horse racing industry, with their absence potentially threatening the sport's viability.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Under pressure, HHS reinstates hundreds of occupational health workers

Deep cuts to NIOSH remain "I welcome the return of some NIOSH scientists, but this isn't the NIOSH that all American workers need," said Dr. Robert Harrison.
Public health
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Amid Trump trade war, L.A. urged to hold off on wage hikes for tourism workers

"Two hotels have closed. More are starting to reduce services and lay off workers," Rosanna Maietta, president and chief executive of the American Hotel and Lodging Assn., said at City Hall last week. "If this ordinance is enacted, we expect more hotels to close."
Los Angeles
fromPortland Mercury
2 months ago

Shoofly Vegan Bakery Employees Locked Out After Disputes With New Owner

Employees at Shoofly Bakery in Portland walked off the job due to delayed paychecks, prompting a work stoppage.
NYC politics
fromNew York Magazine
2 months ago

The Newark Airport Crisis Started When Controllers Lost Contact With Planes

Newark Liberty Airport faced significant flight delays and cancellations due to air traffic controller communication failures caused by equipment issues.
fromKqed
3 months ago

In Oakland, Ryan Coogler Shares the Story Behind 'Sinners' | KQED

I want to follow up with you real quick. The scene of the party, and the juke joint, and the roof on fire. We built something to liberate ourselves. And I lost my friend Chadwick. That started a whole process of - the project that I was on, it kind of doubled, tripled the time for me to get through it.
Independent films
Portland food
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Latest Line: A good week for Loren Taylor, a bad week for Omar Torres

Strong financial backing helped a lesser-known candidate win a special election over a prominent figure.
Recent minimum wage increase has benefited fast food workers' lives despite mixed job market data.
Omar Torres, a local politician, faced legal issues due to past sexual assault allegations.
fromMission Local
3 months ago

At the Roxie, short films shine a light on migrant farm workers

"We're living in a time where there's a lot of uncertainty and fear, and it's easier for people to blame an outsider for their problems. I don't think people realize how much we rely on these immigrant farm workers and how vital they are to our economy."
Independent films
fromHigh Country News
3 months ago

Letters to the Editor, April 2025 - High Country News

Coal miners in Alaska face workforce challenges amid calls for revitalizing unsustainable practices with 'clean coal' projects.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago

Business bosses face 60k fines and prison for employing illegal workers

The Independent emphasizes the importance of on-the-ground reporting to cover critical social issues and challenges.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

Fixing the US Navy's shipbuilding problems starts with the workers, agency analysts say

The shipbuilding industry is facing severe workforce problems impacting US Navy readiness, highlighting the need for competitive wages and improved working conditions.
fromPadailypost
4 months ago

VTA bus drivers go on strike

VTA bus drivers are on strike over stalled contract negotiations, demanding higher wages and improved working conditions.
Video games
fromGameSpot
4 months ago

Capitalism Is Even Scarier Than Usual In This New Horror Game

Order 13 transforms real-world labor issues into a horror experience by immersing players in a nightmarish Amazon-like warehouse.
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

In a sudden reversal, CDC rescinds some staff firings

As a result, your physical and logical access has been restored and you are cleared to return to work on Wednesday, March 5, 2025.
US news
Education
fromNieman Lab
5 months ago

Journalism school needs to do more to prepare students for the hard parts

Journalism students face significant challenges including low pay, job insecurity, and a lack of diversity in the industry.
Brooklyn
fromHell Gate
5 months ago

Alamo Drafthouse Workers in Manhattan and Brooklyn Have Been on Strike For 10 Days

Alamo Drafthouse workers are striking due to worsening conditions and lack of contracts, stemming from harassment and understaffing issues.
Unionization efforts have not led to improvements as layoffs and deteriorating conditions continue post-acquisition by Sony.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago

Federal workers feel betrayed and alone in Trump administration's chaotic purge

The Trump administration's mass firings of federal workers are chaotic and have led to significant anger among the affected employees.
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 months ago

Ex-Staffer Calls Fetterman a Useful Idiot for Republicans' Amid Resignations from His Office: Report

Fetterman's support for Israel has polarized him among Democrats, leading to significant staff resignations.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
5 months ago

Why you're paying more for your favorite pizza in Boston

Inflation is severely impacting the cost of running pizzerias, affecting ingredients, labor, and rent.
fromsfist.com
5 months ago

Humpday Headlines: Paul Pelosi Receives Kidney Transplant

Paul Pelosi, husband of House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi, recently received a kidney transplant from his daughter Jacqueline, highlighting the family's close support during his recovery.
SF politics
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Disposable: what Covid-19 did to those who couldn't afford to fight the virus

Sarah P. Jones' book 'Disposable' examines America's disregard for the underclass through personal narratives and the impact of Covid-19 on essential workers.
History
fromSmithsonian Magazine
6 months ago

The Roots of U.S. Work Culture-and Why the American Dream Is So Difficult to Achieve Today

The American dream once promised success through hard work, but now effort alone does not guarantee survival for many.
fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago

Bernie Sanders says Elon Musk is wrong about H-1B visas: 'Low-wage indentured servants'

"The main function of the H-1B visa program and other guest worker initiatives is not to hire 'the best and the brightest,' but rather to replace good-paying American jobs with low-wage indentured servants from abroad," Sanders said, pointing to the fact that corporations have laid off American workers even as they've hired foreign workers through the H-1B system. "The cheaper the labor they hire, the more money the billionaires make."
Miscellaneous
Miscellaneous
fromWIRED
8 months ago

Elon Musk's America PAC Canvassers Faced Surveillance, Sickness, and Late Pay in Arizona

Late payments and poor working conditions plague Musk-backed canvassers, raising serious concerns about labor practices and accountability.
Miscellaneous
fromenglish.elpais.com
9 months ago

Sarah Jaffe: No one wants to admit they're rich or poor. Everyone wants to think of themselves as middle class'

Work is romanticized, obscuring labor exploitation and evolving class dynamics.
The working class is now heavily influenced by immigrant labor, not just traditional definitions.
Politicians often use class identities to mislead voters regarding their true socioeconomic status.
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