Politics

At the state building trades convention, Oregon's senior U.S. Senator talked Trump, trade, and the trouble with union pensions

Unanimously passed resolution denounces Democrats, Republicans, “or any party of the bosses.”

Washington’s “top two” primary once again delivered strange results as ballots were counted following the Aug. 2 vote.

After losing thousands to Bernie supporters, the party won back enough registrants to keep its ballot line.

Ballots are due Aug. 2 in Washington’s primary, where the top two candidates go on to November, regardless of party.

Labor's expectations were low for Washington's 2016 legislative session, and those expectations were met.

The labor-backed political party gave up its own members to help Bernie Sanders’ revolution.

2016 Oregon primary: For the local labor movement, it was a good night.

All three Democrats have close relationships with organized labor, but there ARE differences.

The candidate for Multnomah County Commission is looking to succeed Diane McKeel.

Sanders said real change comes from below, like fast food workers who strike for $15 an hour.

By Don McIntosh, Associate editor In our March 18 issue, in a story about union members who are running for office, I reported that nurses union...

Eight Oregon Labor Candidate School grads are first-time candidates this year

Two state senate Dems with long ties to labor will leave office when their terms expire this year

NOLC and AFSCME decide not to take sides between Wheeler and Bailey for mayor.

After his Fast Track vote, the Oregon Congressman visits the House of Labor

Portland legalizes app-based rides, but Commissioner Novick promises right-to-unionize ordinance

The Oregon Democrat backs bills to diminish workers’ right to unionize or tack collective action.

For workers, this year’s low-turnout Nov. 3 election was a mix of successes and setbacks.

Brad Avakian, Richard Devlin, and Val Hoyle want labor's endorsement for Secretary of State.