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After ‘six years of purgatory,’ retirees celebrate pension fix with Smith

By Michael Moore (Union Advocate) | March 24, 2021

The emergency funds will protect pension benefits earned by 1.5 million active and retired workers nationwide, including about 22,000 Minnesota retirees who paid into the Central States Pension Fund.

Commentary
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Film stimulus would position Minnesota to capitalize on pent-up demand for new TV, movie production

By Casey Lewis (SAG-AFTRA) | March 22, 2021

The film stimulus bill is designed to encourage out-of-state production companies to come here to make their content, employing Minnesotans, buying Minnesota goods and services, and paying Minnesota taxes, while building a foundation for that industry to thrive here

Organizing
Greater Minnesota Worker Center Protest

The Greater Minnesota Worker Center is Hiring

By Filiberto Nolasco Gomez | March 17, 2021

For the right organizer it’s an opportunity to be a part of building an enduring organizing program to advance the interests of working people In a region of the state that is often overlooked.

Community

Job security for women of color is a different kind of pandemic

By Manaal Farooqi (PRISM Reports) | March 15, 2021

New data shows job security has been exacerbated by the pandemic, and the problem could continue.

COVID-19
People stand in front of colorful signs, state Capitol Building in background

Essential Workers Speak about a Year of COVID-19

By Amie Stager | March 13, 2021

March 13th is the one year anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic. Essential workers share their stories of sacrifice and ask for protection.

Immigration
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Threats of deportation prevent workers from speaking out against workplace conditions

By Luis Feliz Leon | March 13, 2021

“When we hear of these forms of abuse and intimidation, we feel it’s important to let workers know their rights.”

Bargaining
Front of Allina Health Clinic

Hospital Workers Call on Leaders to Act

By Amie Stager | March 12, 2021

Workers negotiating contracts with hospital systems across the Twin Cities express disappointment in a lack of recognition and 0% pay increase.

Community

After leaving auto industry, retired Machinist preps others for entry-level work

By Michael Moore (Union Advocate) | March 4, 2021

Greg Kinne isn’t letting the knowledge he gained over nearly five decades in the automotive industry go to waste in retirement. The former Machinist is sharing what he knows with a new generation of workers at the Twin Cities School.

Unions
Men hold up fists and signs that say "WalMart say it ain't so!"

IUE-CWA members shine light on Walmart’s role in offshoring good jobs

By Michael Moore (Union Advocate) | March 3, 2021

Workers in the Twin Cities and across the country are protesting a supplier’s move to offshore light bulb production jobs.

Commentary
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Meatpacking workers like my family deserve to be protected during and after the pandemic

By Andrea V. Duarte-Alonso (Prism Reports) | February 23, 2021

PPE isn’t enough. Mental health services, better wages, and a path to citizenship should all be on the table.

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