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The Harriet Cleveland from Alabama Story
The Southern Poverty Law Center is a group that is dedicated to fighting hate and bigotry. They seek justice for the most vulnerable members of our society. Using methods like litigation, education,...
Grumpy Workers Make Good Workers
We have always been taught that as workers we should grin and bear it at work. The ideal employee is a happy one, but new research shows that it may be ok to be grumpy at work, especially if...
A Memorial Day Message
It's hard to believe that it is Memorial Day already. Some consider this to be the kick off to summer. There is no doubt that we are all looking forward to the warm weather, barbecues, going to...
Union Vols for America's Pastime
Part of what attracts some members to a union is the idea that there is a brother and sisterhood among the coworkers. This bond encourages members to look out for their fellow employees and to...
New York to grow Apprenticeship Programs
Federal Funds being used to give the next generation the tools they need to succeed.
Public Ed Literally on the Ballot
In the country’s second biggest school district voters are going to the polls to decide the future of public education. At stake is whether the school system will continue their commitment to...
Refusing Service Because of the Strike
Teamsters Local 812 have been on strike for the last few weeks and have been pressuring local businesses to boycott the beer distributors who Clare Rose supplies. Below is video of one of those...
Letter Carriers Food Drive Saturday
Meet Brian, UCOMM’s letter carrier. This Saturday May 13th is the Annual Letter Carriers Food Drive, a nationwide food drive that everyone can participate in. Simply leave non-perishable food...
Who's Your Yoda? Teacher Appreciation Week
Our national union and our partners at Share My Lesson have teamed up with the U.S. Rebel Alliance for a worldwide online movement to recognize educators and mentors. The Star Wars-inspired "...
May Day in Pictures and Video
Milwaukee stands up for worker and immigrant rights on #mayday -- #fightfor15 #beyondthemoment pic.twitter.com/ZdZOLv90ZP — Fight For 15 (@fightfor15) May 1, 2017 This McDonald's...