Labor rights

Today is May Day, when labor unions and other groups traditionally march in favor of workers’ rights. Immigrant rights is expected to be a major focus this year as President Trump pursues a tougher line on immigration. Click the audio player above to hear the full story.

Partly because a stronger economy means a stronger bargaining position.

Escalation of the strike at this major port could have a nationwide impact.

The Walmart protests are a far cry from labor movements that organized the country’s major industries.

There's a recent trend of (former) employees quitting jobs and putting up videos and comments on social media criticizing their employer. How many weeks of pay would you give up to be able to say what you want to about your job and not worry about burning a bridge?