Northwest Labor Press is an independent union-supported newspaper founded in 1900. Our print version is mailed twice a month to about 45,000 members of over three dozen local unions in Oregon and Southwest Washington. Our online version has been maintained here since 1997.
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David Wu
Oregon/Washington
AFL-CIO tallies slew of anti-union votes in Congress
The national AFL-CIO has released its interim rating of members of Congress for 2011.
Politics
AFL-CIO won’t hold endorsement vote until U.S. Rep. Wu’s resignation is official
The AFL-CIO’s next gathering is its state convention Sept. 25-28 in Eugene.
Trade
Congress could vote on Korea, Colombia, Panama deals in July
The NAFTA-style treaties would add to the trade deficit and make outsourcing easier.
Building our communities
NOLC recognizes 16 individuals, 4 groups
Nearly 200 attended NOLC’s annual Labor Appreciation and Recognition Night dinner. Congressman David Wu was the guest speaker.
Trade
Wu bill would speed benefits for workers who lose jobs to trade
Oregon Congressman David Wu said he will introduce a bill this month to streamline access to Trade Adjustment Assistance benefits for workers displaced by outsourcing to other countries as a result of free trade agreements.
Oregon/Washington
UFCW’s Witt explores possible congressional race against Wu
Union member (and state rep) Brad Witt is considering a primary challenge to Congressman David Wu.
Politics
Congressman Wu says he’ll oppose Korea FTA
A teary-eyed U.S. Rep. David Wu thanked labor for standing with him, and announced his opposition to the Korean Free Trade Agreement.
