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Month: September 2020

Jobs

Library reduces number of planned layoffs

Sep 16, 2020

After weeks of organized public outcry and behind-the-scenes union lobbying, Multnomah County Library averted most layoffs announced in July.

Culture

Unions and contractors ready for Safe from Hate

Sep 16, 2020

Portland-area construction unions, contractors and subcontractors will join an industry effort to make workplace culture more welcoming.

Analysis

Gallup poll shows public approval of unions growing

Sep 16, 2020

This year, 65% of respondents said they approve, tying with 2003 and 1999 as the highest levels in the last 53 years.

Union Democracy

Three more years for Clay and Anderson

Sep 16, 2020

UFCW Local 555 has seen fast growth and contract and legislative breakthroughs, but fights lie ahead.

Building Community

Wildfire crisis response

Sep 16, 2020

Oregon labor organizations have been working to connect members to resources.

Jobs

New Beaverton arts center tops out

Sep 15, 2020

The $51 million 43,000-square-foot complex will feature a 550-seat performance venue, an art gallery, meeting rooms, and a showcase plaza.

Comment

OR-OSHA: Workers are counting on you

Sep 15, 2020

Our state government can help us by strengthening workplace protection for COVID-19. Join us: Call on the governor and OR-OSHA to do right.

In Memoriam

Christ George Vokos, 1923-2020

Sep 15, 2020

Vokos was active in the Greek community and led Bakers Local 364 as secretary-treasurer from 1969 to 1985.

In Memoriam

Jeffrey P. Washburn, 1957-2020

Sep 15, 2020

A 41-year member of the Plumbers and Fitters, he led the Cowlitz Wahkiakum Labor Council and the Longview/ Kelso Building Trades Council.

Oregon

Emergency? Send a firefighter to the House

Sep 15, 2020

Firefighter Dacia Grayber is a union true-believer with the work ethic of a super-volunteer and the courage to confront any adversity.

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