Laura Weiss / PrismDec 7, 2023
Critics fear that weak language and loopholes on artificial intelligence could impact disadvantaged actors first and hardest. Dig deeper ( 6 Min. Read )
Danelle Morton, Topher Sanders, Jessica Lussenhop / ProPublicaNov 22, 2023
Time and again, Johnny Taylor’s duty to keep the rails safe from disaster conflicted with his employer’s desire to keep its trains running as fast and as frequently as possible, putting his career and family in peril. Dig deeper ( 13 Min. Read )
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Sara Luterman / The 19thNov 20, 2023
For the first time, the U.S. Department of Labor is offering sample agreements for home care workers and their employers to clarify expectations and protect workers’ rights. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )
Jake Johnson / Common DreamsNov 9, 2023
"Workers stood up to Hollywood executives and held their ground to reach this agreement," said the president of the AFL-CIO. "ANYTHING is possible when we organize." Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )
Dan DiMaggio / Labor NotesNov 1, 2023
Shawn Fain's "Stand-Up Strike" strategy worked, resulting in massive gains for 146,000 UAW workers who will vote on the new contracts in the coming weeks. Dig deeper ( 8 Min. Read )
Safina Nabi / TruthdigOct 27, 2023
As men leave the drought-wracked countryside in search of better pay, the backbreaking production of the world’s second largest cotton harvest has become “women’s work.” Dig deeper ( 6 Min. Read )
Venessa Wong / Capital & MainOct 16, 2023
From Waffle House to Dollar General to Burger King, record heat is spurring workers to organize. Dig deeper ( 6 Min. Read )
Ash Peterson / PrismOct 12, 2023
Chevron intends to produce “climate-friendly” fuel in the Magnolia State and cancer-wary locals are concerned. Dig deeper ( 6 Min. Read )
Jake Johnson / Common DreamsOct 2, 2023
Butler previously served as the head of a major SEIU local. But she also represented Uber as it fought efforts to classify drivers as employees. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )
Freddie deBoer / TruthdigSep 29, 2023
As long as the player empowerment trend continues, small-market fans have no incentive to get invested in their teams. Dig deeper ( 8 Min. Read )
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