Fighting for a Fair Wage in Texas
Every day for more than two months, we've been on the picket line in Texas. No matter the weather or time, we're out there.
How a union battle could decide who wins the U.S. Senate
Organized labor could make a difference in the 2024 Ohio Senate race, but with leadership and rank-and-file members at odds, will their power be diminished?
Trade Cheaters Are Killing America's Aluminum Industry Jobs
Aluminum industry workers stand ready to do their part to move the nation forward. They just need the federal government to enforce trade laws.
The South's Economic Model Is 'Under Attack'. That's a Good Thing
As corporations use billions in federal and state subsidies to expand operations and transition to electric vehicle (EV) and clean energy production, workers across the South are taking steps to unionize.
Be Careful, Mr. Trump—Big Unions Aren't Your Friend
By dangling a potential endorsement in front of Trump, the Teamsters hope the former president will endorse unpopular ideas like a Right to Work repeal.
Strike at largest university system in US ends after just one day
Thousands of California State University workers who staged a walkout to demand higher wages will return to work after a tentative agreement was reached.
Health Care in America Is Sick. Unions May Be the Only Cure
During the holidays, nurses are striking or preparing to strike in many states around the country, and for good reason.
The union fight for the future of work—and the Democratic party
Approval of organized labor is at its highest level in the U.S. since 1965. But the movement's target growth sectors—which stand to benefit from Bidenomics—may prove the hardest to unionize.
Republican senator threatens to bite man: "I'm not above it"
"In a fight, I'm gonna bite. I'll do anything," Senator Markwayne Mullin said after he challenged a union leader to a fistfight.
Republican defends challenging union leader to fist fight
Oklahoma Sen. Markwayne Mullin faced off with Teamsters President Sean O'Brien during a hearing on Tuesday.
Republican challenges union leader to physical fight during hearing
A Senate hearing involving national union leaders became personal between a Republican and a high-ranking official within the Teamsters.
Deals Between the Big Three and UAW Shine Light on the Global Class War
Any serious examination of the contracts' terms reveal that they are a continuation of the corporations' class war against workers.
What is a union job and how do you get one?
Workers represented by labor unions get higher pay and better benefits. Find out how unions work and how to get one of these jobs.
Union Bosses' Coercive Agenda Is Simply Anti-Worker
The truth is, much of what Big Labor bosses advocate is directly contrary to employees' interests and undermines their freedom.
Donald Trump Accused of Filling Auto Rally With Non-Union Crowd
The former president spoke at a non-unionized auto parts supplier in Michigan as he worked to win over blue-collar voters.
Trump and Biden's dueling Michigan visits preview 2024 fight for union vote
Former President Donald Trump's speech at a nonunion plant in Michigan Wednesday follows President Joe Biden's appearance Tuesday on a picket line near Detroit.
Trump's Move to Middle on Unions, Abortion Is A Stunt
Media outlets could simply opt not to cover Trump whenever he stakes out new positions that are contradicted by his record as president or are too unspecific to take seriously.
Biden's UAW picket line visit tests union support in 2024 battleground
President Biden's appearance alongside striking union workers appears to be unprecedented, according to labor historians.
Corporations' Retaliation Against Workers Demands Government Response
The current system isn't serving anyone, except corporations that don't want to share their record profits or see working people respected in the workplace.
Biden's union problems are a gift to Trump
"If Biden were to anger the UAW and not secure their endorsement or support, it could tip the scales in favor of Trump in 2024," pollster Steve Mitchell said.
Trump issues a warning to United Auto Workers president on electric cars
The former president claimed the U.S. auto industry would "cease to exist" if UAW President Shawn Fain did not oppose "allowing all electric cars."
We Need New Types of Unions to Represent New Types of Workers
Change is never easy, and the status quo will always have powerful support. But workers are already experiencing drastic transitions, and everyone—unions included—should be empowered to keep up.
On Labor Day, Imagine Unions for All American Workers
This Labor Day, let's remember that a successful, inclusive and vibrant labor movement means a successful, inclusive, and vibrant middle class and democracy.
Unions Are America's Future. The Numbers Say So
Over the past three years, our movement has been energized by a wave of activism from every demographic and sector of the American economy.
UPS' Deal With the Teamsters Leaves Workers Behind
The reason many workers are opposed to the deal between UPS and the Teamsters is simply a fair response to a bad bargain.
Marvel workers call for major change that could reshape movie industry
Visual effects may be "late to the party" when it comes to unionizing, but VFX workers are ready to stand up for their rights.
John Fetterman wants striking workers to get new benefit
The senator's new bill seeks to make striking workers eligible for the nation's largest federal nutrition assistance program while they're on strike.
George R. R. Martin weighs in on Hollywood writers' strike
In his latest blog post, the novelist said that "this year's strike is the most important of my lifetime."
It's American Workers Who Are Paying the Price for Climate Change
Global waring affects the lives and livelihoods of essential workers and their families, including the Service Employee International Union's 2 million members working across the service and care economy,
Now Is the Moment To Rebuild the Public Service Workforce
While public service workers must often do more with less, one person cannot do the job of three people—it's simply not sustainable.