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I am not sure WHY anyone would oppose more organizing. Unions literally CREATED the middle class, and with an erosion of a Union presence, the Middle Class is being decimated.I am not sure WHY anyone would oppose more organizing. Unions literally CREATED the... more
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This is labor's moment. Or so many thought when Obama entered office and the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA), real healthcare reform, and regulation of the financial sector seemed like tangible goals. Now the picture looks a little different. The New York Times reports that for Unions change hasn't come quick enough. Speaking of Obama, Richard L. Trumka of the A.F.L.-C.I.O said, "He gets an A for effort, and an incomplete for results." So where does the labor movement stand and what are they expecting out of the White House in the coming months. We speak to Bruce Raynor, president of Workers United, about EFCA, healthcare, and the financial crisis.This is labor's moment. Or so many thought when Obama entered office and the... more
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I am not sure how Democrats can still maintain that they are "Labor Friendly." Or how Unions can maintain close ties to the Democratic Party, when that party has an OVERWHELMING majority in the House, Senate, and has the white house, they can not pass the single most important piece of Labor Legislation in the past 70 years. The House passed this Bill by such a huge margin, that I am not sure how the Senate can justify not passing it unadulterated. However, they stripped it of it's teeth, and are patting themselves on the back for passing a toothless Bill and maintaining that they are helping out the working class.I am not sure how Democrats can still maintain that they are "Labor... more
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Fairness does work. Unfortunately millions are not protected from unfair job termination because of sexual orientation or gender identity. Join the Impact hopes to change the landscape by helping pass three important pieces of legislation, the Employment Non Discrimination Act (ENDA) the repeal of Don’t Ask Don’t Tell (DADT), and the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA).
The American Dream is a fundamental promise to each and every citizen that they have the opportunity to advance beyond their current condition to a better life rich with opportunity. The Dream is an ideal our country continues to strive for but does not always fulfill. For some gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender people the Dream is challenged by workplace discrimination and early termination based solely on sexual orientation and gender identity.
Yesterday, June 30, Lt. Dan Choi who has worked bravely for his country as a mission critical soldier with Arabic language skills, was fired because he publicly acknowledged he is gay. This injustice must end now! We have to fight to end institutionalized discrimination and homophobia, and education is part of that fight.
It is time for America to wake up, to learn, and to urge Congress to end decades of discrimination right now!
Here’s how YOU can help. A committee of Join the Impact volunteers developed a set of tools for you to use to teach your friends, families, and neighbors about ENDA, EFCA, and the repeal of DADT. These tools will help you explain workforce discrimination, its impact on our culture, our military, and our families. Knowledge is power, and together we will focus our power on our Representatives during the August recess.
To learn more and to sign-up to host a Fairness Works American Dream-In, simply go to http://jointheimpact.wetpaint.com/ to sign up. Your help is vital to the success of this program. Please volunteer, so together we can make an impact!Fairness does work. Unfortunately millions are not protected from unfair job... more
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Both corporate giants have long track records of harassing their workers when it comes to joining unions. Harassment and intimidation are illegal under Federal law, and we won't stand for it.
Stop Starbucks: http://stopstarbucks.com
Finally a campaign standing up for the rights of workers and standing up to Howard Schultz.Both corporate giants have long track records of harassing their workers when it comes... more
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GRITtv live at noon eastern! Today, March 18.
The end of civilization as we know it. The worst bill ever. That is how the right and much of business has characterized the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA). Today on GRITtv Chris Kromm, Gene Carroll and others discuss what is driving the real fear behind the right to unionize.
Post your comments and questions at grittv.org.GRITtv live at noon eastern! Today, March 18.
The end of civilization as we know... more
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