Labor Did Not Get Much in the Good Years
November 16, 2022
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The meager returns of Democratic control of the government remind us that true power comes from organizing workers.
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Union Members Are Democrats’ Last Defense in Swing States
November 14, 2022
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In 2020, UNITE HERE workers led the charge in canvassing voters and played a key role in Democrats’ electoral victories. This year, they’re taking the lead once again.
When Unions Back Corporate Mergers, Workers Lose
November 9, 2022
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The UFCW may be contemplating supporting Kroger’s mega-merger. That should give every union member a sinking feeling.
Musk and Social Media Struggling with Twitter Takeover
November 7, 2022
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Things are wild over at Twitter following Elon Musk’s takeover of the social media platform.
It’s Time to Tap into Labor’s Fortress of Finance
October 31, 2022
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Labor is not a passive bystander. Unions have the resources to deploy to new organizing and growth.
Pizza Does Not Motivate Employees More Than Cash
October 30, 2022
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When you have a negative attitude toward workers saying they need a living wage, you kind of show the real motivation behind the pizza party.
7 Wage Theft Signs U.S. Employees Must Document Today
September 19, 2026
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Spot seven common wage-theft signs U.S. workers face and learn exactly what to record. Audit your pay, save evidence offsite, and prepare DOL or state…
Protect Your Pay: 5 Steps to Reclaim Remote Work Expenses (U.S.)
September 18, 2026
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Practical U.S. guide to stop losing take-home pay. Learn the federal floor vs state rules, accountable-plan vs stipend tax effects, and five steps to get…
U.S.: Nonunion Pay Is 85% of Union Pay, What to Check Before You Sign
September 13, 2026
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BLS shows nonunion median pay is about 85% of union pay in the U.S. Learn which pay, pension, dues, and job-security terms to compare before you sign a…
2026 U.S. Bereavement Leave Laws: State by State Rules and Checklists
September 12, 2026
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2026 U.S. bereavement leave laws: which six states require leave, why Illinois stands out, and concise state-by-state rules with employer and worker…
Stop Losing Pay: DOL Rules on Travel Time Pay for U.S. Workers, 2026
September 10, 2026
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Learn when DOL counts travel time pay, how state rules can add protections, and what steps U.S. workers can take to claim unpaid travel wages.
U.S. Employees Need Proof to Recover Pay for Off the Clock Work
September 9, 2026
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A U.S.-focused legal explainer with DOL rules and a worker-ready evidence checklist to document unpaid hours and recover back wages.