A century ago, farmer, labor and community activists used an octopus to depict capitalist greed grasping for control over social, economic and political life. Today, it is hard to imagine a more appropriate metaphor for Amazon.
No picnics, no parades, but Freedom Library will mark Labor Day with virtual event on organizing Amazon
September 2, 2020 by
The East Side Freedom Library in St. Paul will celebrate Labor Day early and online this year, with a virtual discussion about worker organizing at the world’s largest retailer, Amazon. The event, “Labor Day Ain’t No Picnic,” will broadcast on the ESFL’s Facebook and YouTube pages Sept. 3, bringing together activists who are using research, […]
Shakopee workers demand safety, solutions from Amazon
December 14, 2018 by
Rep.-elect Ilhan Omar to protesting workers: “I am excited that you recognize your power.”
Amazon workers sound alarm on conditions inside Eagan warehouse
June 4, 2018 by
East African women who load delivery vans delivered a message of their own to the world’s largest internet retailer today.
