After six years of grassroots organizing and building community support, Northwestern University Graduate Workers launched its formal union drive at a Thursday rally. The organization announced that 95% of its members have voted to affiliate with United Electrical, Radio and Machine Workers of America. More than 300 NUGW members and supporters filled Deering Meadow for.
Labor day plans began during the era of 12 hour work days, 6 days a week. Workers needed a break but we still find many workers at their jobs today on a holiday intended for them.
A history of the mutiny of 70% of the Belfast police force during a dockers' strike which brought together Catholic and Protestant workers in struggle.