Sarah Anderson, director of the Global Economy Project and co-editor of Inequality.org, has found that low-wage workers are not better paid because their employers spend their cash on stock buybacks and CEO pay instead of investing in long-term capital expenditures.
Tag: United Auto Workers
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What to know about Labor Day and its history
Labor Day is a federal holiday celebrating the American worker, with origins dating back to the late 19th century, and is traditionally marked by barbecues, travel, and fashion, while recent years have seen a resurgence in labor activism and support.
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Kamala Harris’s presidential campaign surges with key endorsements and record-breaking fundraising
Vice President Kamala Harris has received significant endorsements and financial support, solidifying her position as the leading Democratic contender for the 2024 presidential election.
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Batteries and Black workers: The stakes of the UAW strike
By Willy Blackmore (WordinBlack) – For the first time ever, the United Auto Workers is striking against all of the Big Three automakers: Ford, General Motors and Stellantis, which manufactures Chrysler, Dodge and Ram, among other brands. The strike is unlike others in the past for a number of other reasons too. Rather than shutting […]