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Portside Message: A Holiday Like No Other

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This holiday season is truly different. Alongside the festivities, battle lines have been drawn. The survival of democracy is at stake. We ask readers for their support once a year. If you like what we do, this is the time to support Portside.

Local 594 and the Lost History of Oil Worker Unionism

Doug Nesbitt and Andrew Stevens RankandFile.ca
Although largely forgotten, Canadian oil workers have a long history of militant struggle rooted in the struggle for workers rights, democracy and socialism. This is being put to the test today as management has locked out over 700 workers.

Just Recognize It

Paul Blest The Outine
Hearst is pushing back against its employees’ union drive, but it would be advantageous for them to support it.

What to Know About Your Rights to Unionize

KAYLEN RALPH Teen Vogue
Hands holding Kickstarter United OPEIU buttons
As more young people find themselves stuck in precarious jobs with variable hours and benefits, some are turning to unions to help secure their rights.

ILWU President's Message: Response to Massive Fine

William E. Adams ILWU Dispatcher
The ILWU was fined $93.6 million over a labor dispute in Oregon, a sum which could bankrupt the union. Union President Adams explains that the ILWU will fight the judgement in court and will continue to defend its members, no matter the outcome.