…Employees will speak Thursday at a massive City Hall rally together with other union leaders, as well as student and community groups. In addition to TWU and AFSCME, the coalition…
…than half are widows and other elderly women. Older single Hispanic, Asian American, and African American women rely on it for 90% of their income. Social Security benefits are…
…quality, access and affordability. Hiring freezes and other cuts have led to longer lines, bigger classes and reduced course offerings, all at a time when enrollments are skyrocketing. “Budgets are…
…about the bill, which would ensure all New Yorkers have access to sick days. Under the bill, workers at large businesses would be able to earn nine sick days a…
…resolution, I voted against the proposal because it hurts our children our young people who are on the road to ruin because we, as a State, are not acting responsibly…
…year,” continued Silver. Assemblyman Vito Lopez, Chairman of the Assembly Housing Committee added that “I am pleased to join Speaker Silver and my Assembly colleagues to advocate for the expansion…
…number is as high as $192,000. Either way, it was a hefty enough chunk of change that M&I shut its doors and closed for the day at 3PM. This is…
…the 3rd. Local 79’s business manager John Delgado received a special achievement award at the fundraising event. “Throughout his career John has been an advocate for the rights of all…
…and companionship. The Bloomberg Administration announced its plan to close over 100 centers throughout the five boroughs, putting as many as ten thousand seniors at risk of hunger and social…
…for middle America. South Carolina’s labor boss Donna DeWitt called on the militants in her reach, a lot that is more numerous and loud than we northerners have come to…
