Hospital Workers Call on Leaders to Act
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Workers negotiating contracts with hospital systems across the Twin Cities express disappointment in a lack of recognition and 0% pay increase.
Government
Minnesotans Call for Paid Family Leave
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The Paid Family & Medical Leave Act would establish a system enabling workers to take time off to care for loved ones without having to worry about income.
Government
Unions and Lawmakers Announce Legislation to Protect Meat and Poultry Workers
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The “Minnesota Safe Workplaces for Meat and Poultry Processing Workers Act” seeks to protect workers by ensuring their rights and benefits to a safe workplace.
Commentary
Movie Review: On The Killing Floor
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The whole film had me in a prolonged shudder, waiting for a moment I could rest and safely take a breath, a moment that never comes
COVID-19
Educators Call for Delay in Reopening Schools
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Educators and community members are worried about reopening classrooms in February.
Unions
Union Building Trades Help Share the Spirit
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Union trades men and women volunteer their time for two days taking carloads of gifts for the “Share the Spirit” program
News
Health and Wellness Clinics Open for Laborers
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In a unique partnership, laborers have opened three clinics in Minnesota devoted to the healthcare needs of workers.
COVID-19
Giving Thanks to Immigrants and Essential Workers
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Many immigrants are even more at risk as essential workers. Give thanks to them this holiday season!
COVID-19
Workers Strike in Fargo
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Around 70 employees of food distribution company Cash-Wa began striking in North Dakota on Wednesday over concerns about COVID-19.
Commentary
Workers Celebrate Election, Continue to Fight
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Workers are hoping their voices will be heard under the new administration.