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On the Nomination of Julie Su for U.S. Labor Secretary

Julie Su has a proven track record of advancing racial and economic justice for workers across the country.

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A Starbucks worker fired for organizing got his job back thanks to NYC 'just cause' law.

February 19, 2023

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TIME: How a YouTube Strike Could Set a Big Precedent For Workers’ Rights

Several teams of subcontracted YouTube workers went on strike on Friday, to protest a return-to-office policy that they say is an attempt to bust their union.

February 3, 2023

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January Jobs Report: Many Workers Remain Uneasy Despite Strong Job Growth

One worrying new trend is the increase in the percentage of workers reporting that they worked multiple jobs, which grew to 5.0% of the workforce.

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Business Insider: Controversial noncompetes now face a possible ban. But one group never had to worry about them: attorneys

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New York's minimum wage would increase to more than $20 an hour by 2026 if a bill in Albany is successful.

January 23, 2023

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Homeland Security Announcement Affirms Protections for Immigrant Workers Reporting Workplace Abuses

This latest DHS announcement is a result of sustained advocacy by workers and advocates demanding respect and dignity in the workplace for all workers.

January 13, 2023

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Dozens of job opportunities might open up for people with criminal records if a legislative push removes barriers for professional licenses.

January 11, 2023

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The U.S. Department of Labor’s final monthly jobs report of the year revealed that 4.5 million jobs were added in 2022.

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On the Nomination of Julie Su for U.S. Labor Secretary

In These Times: She Refused To Take a Drug Test Before Getting a Workplace Injury Treated—And Was Fired

Jacobin: A Starbucks Worker Fired for Organizing Got His Job Back Thanks to NYC “Just Cause” Laws

TIME: How a YouTube Strike Could Set a Big Precedent For Workers’ Rights

January Jobs Report: Many Workers Remain Uneasy Despite Strong Job Growth

Business Insider: Controversial noncompetes now face a possible ban. But one group never had to worry about them: attorneys

Public News Service: Legislation Proposes Raising NY Minimum Wage Over $20

Homeland Security Announcement Affirms Protections for Immigrant Workers Reporting Workplace Abuses

GPB News: Georgia lawmakers plan to ease path to occupational license for workers with criminal records

December Jobs Report: A Year of Job Growth Was a Missed Opportunity to Fix Unemployment Insurance

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