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Unions
Union enters presidential fray
Aug 14, 2012
AFL-CIO super PAC goes after Romney and Ryan on coal and Medicare
Former union leader Andy Stern reacts to Walker victory
Jun 6, 2012
Scott Walker's victory yesterday dealt a blow to organized labor in Wisconsin and may have broader implications nationwide. Andy Stern, former head of the Service Employees International Union, gives us his reaction.
Big labor reels after Scott Walker victory
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David Gura
Jun 6, 2012
Republican Scott Walker won the recall election in Wisconsin yesterday which may have implications for organized labor in other states.
In Wisconsin, union leaders hold out hope for November
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David Gura
Jun 6, 2012
Despite Gov. Scott Walker's victory in the Wisconsin recall elections yesterday, union leaders are optimistic about their cause for the general elections in November.
The role of unions in building a strong middle class
Jun 4, 2012
Many Americans agree that the country's economy needs a stronger middle-class. But American voters seem divided on the role that unions play in providing that.
How your job shapes your vote for president
May 24, 2012
According to Gallup, what you do for a living, not how much money you make, may determine your vote in November.
American Airlines bankruptcy could void union contracts
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Bill Zeeble
Mar 26, 2012
The parent company of American Airlines wants more concessions from unions, or it'll push to cancel existing labor contracts.
For public good, not for profit.
Romney pushes right-to-work in Michigan
Feb 24, 2012
Michigan is a state known for its unions. But Mitt Romney says employees should be able to opt out of mandatory union dues.
The return of manufacturing?
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Robert Reich
Feb 22, 2012
The GOP candidates and President Obama all have plans to boost manufacturing, but commentator Robert Reich says they're mostly wishful thinking.
FAA funding bill limits labor unions
by
David Gura
Feb 7, 2012
Congress has passed a bill to fund technology upgrades for the Federal Aviation Administration. But some unions say they lose out under the legislation, which also limits union activity.