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2019 Year in Review: Workers Strike Back

Joe DeManuelle-Hall, Dan DiMaggio Labor Notes
But workers across the country rose to the occasion, making 2019 one of the most exciting years for the labor movement in recent memory.

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.

Portside Message: A Holiday Like No Other

Portside
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.

Just Recognize It

Paul Blest The Outline
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.