Union Democracy Elliott named to top post at Machinists District W24 Jul 17, 2013 The former Weyerhaeuser worker will finish the term of Bob Wilson, who retired July 1.
Oregon Unions see results in 2013 legislative session Jul 16, 2013 Lawmakers barred public union-busting, closed prevailing wage loophole, funded infrastructure
Collective Bargaining Daimler deploys strikebreakers at Portland truck plant Jul 16, 2013 A fast-moving convoy of vans and SUVs nearly ran over one picketing union member
Union Organizing Wanted: Union-made elephant ears Jul 3, 2013 Zoo food workers want union rights and permanent work
Politics SW Washington Labor Council endorsements for August primary Jul 3, 2013 Labor backs incumbent mayor Tim Leavitt and Council member Jack Burkman
Union Democracy Gary Young elected IBEW 48 business manager Jul 3, 2013 Two candidates face a runoff for the vice president’s post
Oregon Bakers Union member helps pass Oregon bereavement leave law Jul 3, 2013 After his wife’s death, Robin Zimmerman campaigned in the Capitol to pass unpaid bereavement leave.
National UNITE HERE and Hyatt reach national agreement Jul 3, 2013 Pact provides contracts and process for workers to join unions
Jobs Columbia River Crossing: Dead in the water Jul 3, 2013 The I-5 bridge project, along with promised construction jobs, ran aground in the Washington Senate.