Politics AFL’s Tom Chamberlain appointed to port commission May 20, 2011 He joins ILWU’s Bruce Holte and AFSCME’s Ken Allen on the nine-member body.
Politics May 17 ballot measures could put union members to work May 6, 2011 Local union groups are supporting two Portland Public Schools property tax measures and several school board candidates.
Oregon/Washington UFCW’s Witt explores possible congressional race against Wu May 6, 2011 Union member (and state rep) Brad Witt is considering a primary challenge to Congressman David Wu.
Oregon/Washington Judge rules against Sizemore in suit over calling him a racketeer Apr 15, 2011 A circuit court judge has ruled against anti-union ballot measure sponsor Bill Sizemore in his lawsuit against people who called him a “racketeer.”
Oregon/Washington Labor scrambles to find ways to lessen state budget cuts Apr 15, 2011 Oregonians would rather see some taxes increased than watch wholesale cuts to education, public safety and social services. But Republicans are calling for further tax cuts.
Oregon/Washington Congressman Wu says he’ll oppose Korea FTA Apr 1, 2011 A teary-eyed U.S. Rep. David Wu thanked labor for standing with him, and announced his opposition to the Korean Free Trade Agreement.
Jobs Oregon Legislature passes unemployment extension Apr 1, 2011 Two bills signed March 24 will extend unemployment benefits to Oregonians still looking for work.
Oregon Oregon Legislature one third of the way through Mar 18, 2011 Several bills backed by organized labor are progressing through the legislative process. Others are still at the starting line.
Politics Bills banning collective bargaining are buried Mar 18, 2011 Washington State Labor Council is tracking dozens of bills that could help or harm union members and working people.
Jobs Hundreds rally in Salem for jobs and solidarity Mar 18, 2011 Oregon AFL-CIO sponsored a March 7 “Jobs Rally” on the Oregon Capitol steps