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.
Workers tap into community support, put Surly on notice: ‘We’re not done here’
September 6, 2020 by
Credit the union-busting brewer for inspiring one raucous Labor Day-weekend rally.
Kera Peterson: A distant Labor Day this year, but our solidarity endures
September 3, 2020 by
Labor Day should always be about celebrating the contributions of America’s working people – especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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, […]
St. Paul fast-food workers strike for $15 on Labor Day
September 4, 2017 by
Striking fast-food workers rallied with supporters outside a St. Paul McDonald’s this morning, demanding $15 per hour and respect on the job. “We need something to live on,” said 27-year-old Tay Polite, on strike from her job at McDonald’s in the city’s Midway district. “Even with a job we’re still struggling to support our families. […]
Bobby Kasper: On Labor Day, let’s celebrate our freedom to join together
August 31, 2017 by
This Labor Day is more important than ever for working families across this country. Union members can take back their freedom by getting out there and taking action. We must get out there and organize our union membership. We need to have a strong commitment to internally organizing our union membership. We must talk to […]
On Labor Day, nearly 5,000 Allina nurses begin open-ended strike (photos & video)
September 5, 2016 by
Thousands of Allina nurses and their supporters are spending Labor Day on the picket line, as members of the Minnesota Nurses Association today began an open-ended strike at five Twin Cities facilities. For the second time this summer, union nurses at United, Abbott Northwestern, Mercy and Unity hospitals and Phillips Eye Institute walked off the […]
New report sheds light on ‘state of the unions’ in Minnesota
September 2, 2016 by
Income inequality is on the rise in Minnesota, and disparities between white workers and workers of color continue to widen. Unions are key to reversing both of those trends, according to a new report unveiled just in time for Labor Day. Co-authored by four researchers, “The State of the Unions 2016” takes a deep […]
East Side Freedom Library plans solidarity round table Sept. 12
August 31, 2016 by
Join a “thoughtful discussion on solidarity” Sept. 12 at the East Side Freedom Library in St. Paul. The forum, timed to coincide loosely with Labor Day, is free and open to the public from 7 to 9 p.m. at 1105 Greenbrier St. Library co-director Peter Rachleff will offer a brief history of the concept of […]
Minnesota AFL-CIO unveils Labor Pavilion programming for 2015 State Fair
August 25, 2015 by
Make sure your visit to the Minnesota State Fair this year includes a stop at the Minnesota AFL-CIO Labor Pavilion, where programming includes live music and entertainment, interactive demonstrations and opportunities to learn about what unions do. The State Fair runs Aug. 27 through Labor Day, Sept. 7. The Labor Pavilion, located at Dan […]
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