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California's governor signs bill to make farm union voting easier
by
Lily Jamali
Sep 30, 2022
The bill, signed by Governor Gavin Newsom, allows voting by mail-- a victory for both organized labor and Democrats, including President Biden, who have supported the measure.
Women's soccer equal pay deal highlights how unions can help level the playing field
Sep 7, 2022
According to federal data, union membership reduces the gender pay gap by nearly 40%.
What expanding the "joint employer" rule will mean for unions
Sep 7, 2022
The National Labor Relations Board has proposed a new rule that would make companies that use contract, temp and staffing-firm employees more responsible for their wages and working conditions.
Musicians union challenges Spotify to raise royalties
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Richard Cunningham
Sep 2, 2022
Streaming accounts for the vast majority of recorded music income, but musicians and producers make fractions of a cent per stream.
Labor movement adds union members store by store
Aug 26, 2022
A Chipotle in Michigan and an REI in California are the latest to continue a trend defined by Starbucks.
Union petitions were up 56% in last 9 months, federal labor agency says
Jul 15, 2022
Young, college-educated workers at individual retail establishments like Starbucks stores are driving many organizing efforts.
New Connecticut law limits "captive audience" meetings in the workplace
Jun 28, 2022
These meetings, where employers share their views on unionization with employees, can no longer be mandatory.
For public good, not for profit.
Port unions have long bargained over disruptive innovations
Jun 17, 2022
The introduction of shipping containers half a century ago revolutionized the industry, and union strategy.
Activision Blizzard employees vote to form a union
May 31, 2022
It's the first union at a major company in the $180 billion gaming industry, and could be a sign of things to come.
Ever wanted to be a flight attendant? Here are the "bizarre requirements" applicants had to meet in the 1960s.
Apr 21, 2022
Nell McShane Wulfhart tells the story of how women organized to fight sexism in the cabin and turn the job into a lifelong career.