Political Campaign Workers Continue to Organize
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The Campaign Workers Guild (CWG) continues its run of organizing victories with a second collective bargaining agreement in Minnesota.
Taking on the World, One Pull Up, Deadlift, and Burpee at a Time.
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Union organizer, activist, and performance artist Rica Highers is nourished by the workouts and community at Solcana Fitness. “If I didn’t have fitness or some type of physical exercise, I would lose my goddamn mind.”
Here’s Why Teachers Are Prepared to Defy Arizona’s Anti-Strike Laws
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Teachers and school support staff in Arizona are gearing up for a possible walkout, saying Republican Gov. Doug Ducey and state legislators are ignoring workers’ demands for better conditions for educators and students alike.
For Some Homeowners, Needed Repairs Are out of Reach
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Union plumbers and contractors provide no-cost plumbing repairs and inspections to homeowners in need through Water’s Off
Commentary
Dr. King’s Last Stand for Economic Justice
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Our nation remembers the heartbreaking assassination, but few know Dr. King took his last breath in the midst of a struggle for the right to belong to a union.
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Augsburg University Professor Mzenga Wanyama at Risk of Deportation This Thursday
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During their last meeting on Friday, March 9, ICE seized both of their passports, stating that they expect to see concrete plans for the Wanyamas to leave the country.
Minnesota IAM Local 623 Members Approve “Effects Agreement” at Closing Electrolux Plant
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The Swedish-based freezer and refrigerator manufacturer plans to shut its St. Cloud plant in late 2019/early 2020 and move production to a non-union facility in South Carolina
Mayo’s Christmas Lockout of Albert Lea Workers Deemed Illegal by Region 18 of the NLRB
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Wednesday the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) Region 18 ruled in favor of SEIU Healthcare Minnesota.
Carpenters Union Launches Paid Maternity Leave Benefit
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Recently, North Central States Regional Council of Carpenters (NCSRCC) announced a new paid maternity leave benefit.
EVENT: The Future of Labor in Minnesota
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This Wednesday students and alumni of the Masters of Advocacy and Political Leadership(link is external) (MAPL) program are hosting a panel discussion and dessert reception focusing on the “Future of Labor In Minnesota.”