SEATTLE (Sept. 6, 2013) – Convene a special session of the Legislature to fix state transportation problems now, says a broad coalition that has successfully fought...
Wednesday, September 4, 2013 ELECTION ► In today’s News Tribune — Sen. Schlicher goes on offensive in election debate vs. Rep. Angel — Democratic...
SEATTLE — On Labor Day, dozens of union members, retirees and community supporters demonstrated on behalf of strengthening Social Security and Medicare. Then they marched to...
TUKWILA — Snake & Mongoose, a new movie filmed and produced with an all-union crew will premiere this Friday at select theaters around the country. It...
The following appeared at Think Progress and is posted here with the author’s permission: (Sept. 3, 2013) — The sad reality this Labor Day is that...
Tuesday, September 3, 2013 LABOR DAY ► From UPI — Gallup poll: Majority in U.S. approve of unions — A majority of U.S. adults approve...
UPDATE (Sept. 4, 2013) — Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler has reached a settlement with Molina Healthcare of Washington, Inc. and approved its two plans for sale...
Friday, August 30, 2013 FAST-FOOD STRIKES ► In today’s Seattle Times — Fast-food workers take to streets for $15/hour pay — Seattle fast-food workers...
Labor Day is a celebration of the incredible contributions of America’s working people. Through sweat, sacrifice and innovation, workers built this country and make it run...
KENT (Aug. 30, 2013) — Machinist Union (IAM) Local 289, District 160, has been in negotiations since January with management at Pacific Propeller, LLC. The company...