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Workers Rights
SeaTac voters to decide on $15 minimum wage
The Nov. 5 ballot measure would lift estimated 6,500 workers in transportation and hospitality
Unions, allies, march for jobs on 50th anniversary of March on Washington
Rallies were held simultaneously around the country
PIRG fundraising group on trial for labor violations
Fund for the Public Interest managers tell a judge that firing David Neal was business as usual.
‘Like’ this: Workers’ rights get an update in the age of social media
NLRB is trying to defend workers protected speech online
Union Cab hits the streets
The launch culminates a years-long campaign by immigrant drivers against exploitation.
Unanimous City Council: Portland workers will have sick leave
How a labor and community alliance improved life for over 250,000 workers
Sick leave mandate causes concern among building trades unions
Union leaders say it could get tricky in a high-wage, short-term industry like construction
PIRG fundraiser broke federal labor law, NLRB says
Union supporter was fired illegally.
Save the turtles, but never mind the TOPsters
Why PIRG call center workers wanted to unionize
AFL-CIO plans national campaign for immigration reform
Proposal would end “shadow economy” of illegal and exploited workers
Sick leave ordinance gets first hearing at Portland City Council
In four hours of public comment, sentiment runs 3 to 1 in favor of a sick leave ordinance
Sick leave ordinance goes before Portland City Council
Commissioner Fritz takes lead on workers rights advance that would impact 2 in 5 Portland workers.
Portland to discuss paid sick leave proposal in January
With flu season in full swing, the issue couldn't be timelier.
Oregon Supreme Court ruling expands union grievance rights
Workers can’t be denied union grievance rights just because they’re pursuing outside legal action.
Walmart ‘Black Friday’ protests coast-to-coast
The world’s largest retailer saw protests of its low wages and benefits.
PIRG fundraiser fires entire bargaining team
A manager also threatens to close Portland call center as workers walk out in protest
Dream comes true for Union Cab
Soon, residents and visitors will be able to take a taxi driven by a union member
Portland City Council aims to mandate paid sick days by year’s end
If passed, Portland would join Seattle and San Francisco in a major advance for workers rights.
City staff give green light to Union Cab
Staff are recommending approval of a worker-owned taxi co-op, and sweeping reform of taxi rules.
Judge rules Wisconsin’s anti-union law unconstitutional
For now, the law that led to last year's state capitol occupation is kaput.