MYSTERIOUS: 3 - What They Never Told You

What’s next for staffer unions on the Hill? - Roll Call

All eyes may be on the campaign trail, but union action continues on the Hill. Organizers see “momentum” as another office takes a vote.

Roll Call · Oct 27, 2022

Henry Tamarin, a ‘warrior’ for working people, dies at 77

He was president of Local 1 of the Unite Here union, winning strong contracts while increasing membership.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 31, 2022

Chateau Marmont agrees to let workers unionize, cancels plans for members-only hotel

The owner of Los Angeles' famed Chateau Marmont has agreed to let its workers unionize and abandoned plans to convert the Hollywood hangout for the rich and beautiful to a members-only hotel.

Los Angeles Times · Aug 26, 2022

Bally’s, praised by labor here, faces strike threat in Rhode Island

The winner of the Chicago casino bid, who promised good labor relations here, nearly had to contend with a walkout over the July 4 weekend at its operation outside Providence.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 1, 2022

Dining workers vie for the Senate’s fragmented attention

As people rushed to the Supreme Court this week to chant about abortion, a different kind of protest unfolded just a block away.

Tribune News Service · May 4, 2022

Dining workers vie for the Senate’s fragmented attention - Roll Call

As people rushed to the Supreme Court this week to chant about abortion, a different kind of protest unfolded just a block away. Senate dining workers gathered once again to march in a tight circle, calling for better benefits and job security. It was their latest action as they push…

Roll Call · May 4, 2022

‘January 6 was a real wake-up call’: US unions fight to save democracy

Labor leaders view this year’s elections – and 2024’s – with special urgency, as a goal-line stand to preserve America’s democracy

The Guardian - US · Apr 5, 2022