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Industrial Workers of the World

Burgers, fries, and a union?

The Burgerville Workers Union is calling for a $5 an hour raise for all hourly employees.

Return of the Loyal Legion?

A SE Portland beer hall takes its name from an early 20th century union-busting group

Poet, songwriter, labor activist Joe Hill had connections to Portland

Don't mourn, organize: Local activists will commemorate the 100th anniversary of his execution

Marijuana legalization heading for the Oregon ballot, with likely union support

Meanwhile, paid petitioners go on strike at competing legalization campaign

Union family raises funds to pay for cutting edge treatment for son with cerebral palsy

One-year-old Oscar Triplett would be flown to Panama for a treatment not covered by insurance.