Workers at Amazon's JFK-8 center organized successfully to form the first recognized labor union for warehouse workers, showcasing determination and resilience.
For Amazon Workers, $30 Is the New $15
Bold demands like $15 or $30 starting wages can spark movements and drive change for low-wage workers and unions.
10 Big Victories for Economic Equality in 2024
Successful labor organizing in the South and at Amazon indicates a resurgence of the labor movement combating extreme inequality.
Telling the Amazon Labor Union's Story
Workers at Amazon's JFK-8 center organized successfully to form the first recognized labor union for warehouse workers, showcasing determination and resilience.
For Amazon Workers, $30 Is the New $15
Bold demands like $15 or $30 starting wages can spark movements and drive change for low-wage workers and unions.
10 Big Victories for Economic Equality in 2024
Successful labor organizing in the South and at Amazon indicates a resurgence of the labor movement combating extreme inequality.
Mandatory antiunion meetings are now illegal, empowering workers and reinforcing their rights to organize without employer intimidation.
How a small group of Amazon workers took on big business and challenged traditional unions | Kenan Malik
The documentary 'Union' explores the complexities of worker solidarity and the challenges faced by those attempting to organize within a powerful corporation.
2024 Saw Organized Labor Score Gains, But Challenges Loom on the Horizon
Union workers achieved significant wage increases in 2024, countering stagnant wages and rising costs amidst ongoing labor organizing and strikes.
These New Orleans nurses voted to unionize-but say they can't get a contract without a strike
Louisiana's private-sector nurses staged their first-ever strike, demanding a first contract from their union amid a national surge in precontract strikes.
YOU LOVE TO SEE IT: Freeing Captive Audiences
Mandatory antiunion meetings are now illegal, empowering workers and reinforcing their rights to organize without employer intimidation.
How a small group of Amazon workers took on big business and challenged traditional unions | Kenan Malik
The documentary 'Union' explores the complexities of worker solidarity and the challenges faced by those attempting to organize within a powerful corporation.
2024 Saw Organized Labor Score Gains, But Challenges Loom on the Horizon
Union workers achieved significant wage increases in 2024, countering stagnant wages and rising costs amidst ongoing labor organizing and strikes.
These New Orleans nurses voted to unionize-but say they can't get a contract without a strike
Louisiana's private-sector nurses staged their first-ever strike, demanding a first contract from their union amid a national surge in precontract strikes.
Illinois bans companies from forcing workers to listen to their anti-union talk
Illinois signed legislation to protect workers from anti-union messaging, banning mandatory captive audience meetings on company views on religion, politics, and unions.
Mailee Smith: Illinois students aren't taught life skills, but lawmakers might force lessons on unionization
Illinois Rep. Gregg Johnson has introduced a bill requiring public high schools to have a 'Workplace Readiness Week' each year.
However, the subjects covered in this week are focused on labor laws and union organizing, rather than practical life skills for the workforce.
Massachusetts Teachers Are Making Waves and Winning Demands With Illegal Strikes
The Andover Education Association in Massachusetts had a successful illegal strike in November, resulting in significant wage increases and other benefits for educators.
The union's wins were a result of years of building rank-and-file power and democracy within the Andover Education Association.
Cecily Myart-Cruz: Spirited defender of teachers
Cecily Myart-Cruz, a crossing guard and president of United Teachers Los Angeles, advocates for restoring joy and culturally relevant education in classrooms.