#labor-movement

#labor-movement

The National Day of Action on May 1, 2025, demands better wages and protections for workers while opposing current economic policies.

May Day is gaining recognition in the US as a celebration of workers' rights, with Portland hosting various events.

Organizing unions is essential in combating authoritarianism and protecting workers' rights.

Amazon workers at RDU1 are voting on union representation amidst intensified union-busting efforts by the company.

The CAUSE union movement is driven by worker concerns over safety and rights violations.

The labor movement gained momentum in 2024, advocating for better wages and protections while linking domestic issues to global conflicts.

The SEIU's return to the AFL-CIO aims to strengthen union organization and worker rights amidst legal challenges and a politically charged environment.

The strike by Boston University Graduate Workers Union underscores ongoing battles for better working conditions and pay amid a trend of declining union membership.

The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire sparked significant reforms in workplace safety and labor rights in the U.S.

The Triangle Shirtwaist Fire significantly impacted workplace safety reforms and labor movements in the U.S.

Workers across diverse sectors are increasingly organizing to fight for wages, job security, and benefits amid economic instability.

The labor movement in video games has gained momentum since 2018, significantly shifting the industry conversation toward unionization.

Workers at Philadelphia Whole Foods are voting on union formation to improve wages and conditions amid Amazon's influence.

The labor movement has experienced a resurgence, highlighted by successful unionization efforts at companies like Starbucks and Amazon in recent years.

Starbucks workers in Park Slope unite for better working conditions through unionization.

Higher education unionization is surging, especially among graduate students, with significant growth in membership and collective bargaining.

The casualization of faculty is a key driver behind increased unionization efforts.

Bold demands like $15 or $30 starting wages can spark movements and drive change for low-wage workers and unions.

Successful labor organizing in the South and at Amazon indicates a resurgence of the labor movement combating extreme inequality.

The Independent champions accessible journalism in critical issues like reproductive rights, stressing the importance of ground reporting.

Harris emphasized labor rights and appealed to blue-collar voters in her campaign speech in Michigan. Trump criticized for being anti-labor.

Lee Saunders fosters unity and strength among union members through personal connections, as seen during the Democratic National Convention.

The US Senate's representation often neglects working Americans, favoring the wealthy elite, despite some party differences.

Detroit's political influence and grassroots activism are crucial for electoral outcomes, especially in relation to diverse community dynamics and international policies.

Building a modern labor movement must adapt to the changing workforce and its diverse needs.

Workers' power can grow without a corresponding increase in union membership.

Mary Kay Henry steps down as SEIU president after 14 years.

SEIU to elect its first Black president, April Verrett, during convention.

Henrys' legacy includes leading the Fight for $15 campaign and promoting sectoral organizing.

Henry's focus on multiracial leadership and empowering the next generation in the labor movement.

Teamsters President Sean O'Brien's speech at the Republican National Convention struck a controversial balance between pro-worker sentiment and criticism of corporations and the Republican Party.

The GOP and Democratic conventions differ starkly: The GOP is unified around Trump while the DNC embraces diverse voices and historical ties.

Moderate Republicans are gaining unexpected union support as they distance themselves from traditional party views, influencing key House races.