Union negotiators cited two factors as key to securing a contract they could recommend: a visible, vocal pool of support from rank-and-file members and unshakable solidarity between AFSCME Council 5 and MAPE.
State workers fired up over Walz’s telework order as contract negotiations begin
April 25, 2025 by
“It wasn’t a slap in the face, it was a stab in the back.”
Insulted by 1% wage offer, Half Price Books workers strike
July 13, 2023 by
Management canceled talks after more than 40 workers showed up to bargaining this morning.
Bussin’ baristas take Starbucks union campaign on road
July 10, 2023 by
Members of Starbucks Workers United embarked on a nationwide tour to pressure Starbucks into bargaining in good faith with their union.
Musicians take a stand for job security in talks with MN Opera
December 8, 2022 by
A move to stage more shows at a smaller venue means fewer orchestra members are getting paid.
Electric Machinery workers rally in Minneapolis: ‘Two percent isn’t going to cut it’
August 31, 2022 by
Members of IUE-CWA Local 1140 held an informational rally outside WEG Electric Machinery in northeast Minneapolis yesterday to show management their solidarity – and to clear up a potential misconception. “The company seems to think this is bargaining as usual,” Local 1140 representative Richard Shorter said. “We know that’s not the case. “We’ve been bargaining […]
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