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Workers Rights
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.
Blueberry growers fined for minimum wage violations, but Avakian cries foul
Back pay and civil penalties total $240,000 for violating the rights of 1,100 workers.
Jobs with Justice merges with American Rights at Work
With the failure of the Employee Free Choice Act, American Rights at Work needed new direction.
Portland Jobs with Justice leader Margaret Butler stepping down
Her replacement is Karly Edwards, a longtime UNITE HERE organizer.
Walmart planned for Oak Grove draws protest
Protesters say Walmart represents a threat to union grocery workers, among others.
Unions launch global boycott of Hyatt
Hyatt turned heatlamps on Chicago picketers and fired unionized Boston housekeepers en masse.
Portland’s answer to Union Cab – taxi reform
Portland plans to overhaul taxi rules after a study found shocking labor conditions for drivers.
Union-backed coalition calls on Portland to require paid sick leave
A proposed ordinance could make the City a pioneer on human rights and public health
