In the face of a complacent neoliberal Democratic Party, some right-wing figures seek to position themselves as the only ones able to speak to the frustrations of working people facing miserable and uncertain times.
The announcement comes almost two years after the fund was touted as a major win in the 2023 strike-ending contract and includes provisions for background actors, stunt riggers and stand-ins.
The APALA Convention served as a reminder that although there is a long way to go before the labor movement reaches its potential as the strong defense it could be against attacks on immigrants, there exists a start within our own communities.
Later this month, the umbrella organization of New York City public-sector unions will vote on a proposed cost-saving municipal health plan negotiated by city and union officials with two major insurance firms.
In preparing to strike, United Teachers Los Angeles learned how to build broad backing for common-good goals and prepare for nonviolent action to achieve them — lessons that can be used in the fight against rising authoritarianism.
A spokesperson for South Korea's foreign ministry said that "the economic activities of our companies investing in the US and the rights and interests of our nationals must not be unfairly violated."
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