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What This Steelworker Had to Say About Hillary Clinton

Thu, 10/13/2016 - 09:02

Dennis Mitchell builds tires at a plant in Buffalo, New York, alongside his co-workers in United Steelworkers (USW) Local 135. In this election season, he’s also busy talking to voters about strengthening the middle class and making sure working people across the country can get good-paying jobs.

Six Facts on Donald Trump’s Use of Chinese Steel

Wed, 10/12/2016 - 09:37

At the second presidential debate, Donald Trump asked the American public to "look at what’s happening to steel and the cost of steel, and China dumping vast amounts of steel all over the United States, which essentially is killing our steelworkers and our steel companies." We did and so did Newsweek. The report, published last week, showed us yet again that all Trump does is run his mouth and pad his pockets. The Newsweek report found Trump used cheap Chinese steel and aluminum in two of his recent construction projects and went to great lengths to cover his tracks. Donald Trump turned his back on the U.S. steel and aluminum industries but, somehow, is claiming to be its savior. Trump can't be trusted and has given hardworking Americans yet another reason to cast their ballot for Hillary Clinton.

Winners and Losers of the Week

Tue, 10/11/2016 - 12:24

Each week, we take a look at the biggest friends and foes of labor. We celebrate the workers winning big and small battles, and we shame the companies or people trying to deny working people their rights.

In Second Debate, Donald Trump Doubles Down on Anti-Worker Policies and Divisive Rhetoric

Mon, 10/10/2016 - 10:23

Another presidential debate, another night of Donald Trump making a joke of the issues and concerns that are important to working people. Once again, it was clear that Hillary Clinton is on our side, which is why we're with her.

Large Companies Owe Hundreds of Billions in U.S. Taxes, Report Says

Mon, 10/10/2016 - 09:10

Leona Helmsley famously said that "Only the little people pay taxes." In a recent presidential debate, Donald Trump bragged that not paying taxes makes him "smart."

Immigration Myths vs. Facts

Sun, 10/09/2016 - 10:55

A lot of alarming myths are being spread in this campaign season by candidates like Donald Trump who want to generate fear of immigrants and division between working people. Let’s focus on the facts instead.

Hillary Clinton's Values Are Union Values

Sun, 10/09/2016 - 09:07

Get ready for tonight's presidential debate by checking out this video of Randie, a steelworker from Toledo, Ohio. She talks about what's at stake in this presidential election and why she thinks Hillary Clinton is the only person qualified for the job. Randie survived cancer but she's afraid America wouldn't be able to survive Donald Trump.

In the States Roundup

Sat, 10/08/2016 - 09:32

It's time once again to take a look at the battles for the rights of working families in the states. Here is what the unions in the states are talking about this week. Click on any of the links to follow the state federations and labor councils on Twitter.

The Economy Adds 156,000 Jobs in September, and Unemployment Little Changed at 5.0%

Fri, 10/07/2016 - 12:14

The U.S. economy added 156,000 jobs in September and unemployment was little changed at 5.0%, according to figures released this morning by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Working Women Deserve Better Than Trump’s Sexism

Fri, 10/07/2016 - 10:49

At last week's presidential debate, America’s working women got a front-row seat to Donald Trump’s sexism. He repeatedly interrupted Hillary Clinton, a phenomenon too many working women can relate to, and repeated his claims that she doesn’t have the "presidential look" it takes to lead the United States. It seems like every day a new story from Trump’s past reveals more misogyny. Take the latest story out of his golf club in Palos Verdes, Calif., where Trump urged staff to fire unattractive hostesses and only hire "beautiful women."

Putting Off Retirement Shouldn’t Be a Death Sentence

Thu, 10/06/2016 - 11:12

Working people are working longer to support themselves and their families. And they are paying for it. Today, one in five workers are 65 years or older and are at greatest risk of fatalities and injuries due to falls, slips and trips. But a rule proposed by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration would strengthen protections and prevent falls, slips and trips caused by workplace hazards.

Why Should We Believe Anything Donald Trump Says? He Buys His Steel from China

Tue, 10/04/2016 - 11:26

Another Donald Trump bombshell dropped this week—and it's not pretty. 

Trump talks a big game on creating good manufacturing jobs in the United States, but his business practices say otherwise. 

new Newsweek study shows Trump purchased steel from Chinese manufacturers rather than from U.S. producers in at least two of his three recent construction projects.

Some Required Reading on Mike Pence Before You Watch the VP Debates Tonight

Tue, 10/04/2016 - 10:59

Tonight, Sen. Tim Kaine of Virginia and Indiana Gov. Mike Pence will square off in the first vice presidential debate of this election. 

Before you tune in, check out some tweets that highlight just how much Donald Trump's VP pick doesn't stand with working families.

Union Veterans Council Fires Back at Donald Trump for Saying Veterans with PTSD Are 'Weak'

Tue, 10/04/2016 - 10:15

Will Fischer, the executive director of the Union Veterans Council, AFL-CIO, had some strong words for Donald Trump after he said veterans with PTSD are "weak":

“Trump’s comments about veterans with PTSD reveal his total disdain for veterans and military families and highlight just how disconnected he is with our community. Calling combat veterans weak is mighty bold coming from someone who's kept awake at night over a mean tweet and who leveraged a minor injury and family privilege to dodge service during Vietnam.

That Awkward Moment When Donald Trump Shouts Out Union Members at His Rally and Hears Crickets

Mon, 10/03/2016 - 14:12

We're not surprised that working people in unions aren't so hot for Donald Trump. He supports a dangerous national "right to work" law, has never said he supports people's right to collectively bargain and even refuses to negotiate with his hotel staff who formed a union

Does Donald Trump Owe You Money?

Mon, 10/03/2016 - 11:50

Remember last week when you stopped by the coffee shop and bought a cheap, quick cup of your favorite caffeinated beverage? With a national average of about $2.70 for a 16-ounce cup and an 8.4% sales tax rate, you probably paid about 22 cents in taxes. If so, it's likely you paid more in taxes for that cup of coffee than Donald Trump paid in federal income taxes for the past 20 years.

The Working People Weekly List

Sun, 10/02/2016 - 06:00

Every week, we bring you a roundup of the top news and commentary about issues and events important to working families. Here’s this week’s Working People Weekly List.

SATURDAY The Greatest Generation is Down Another Hero

Sat, 10/01/2016 - 06:00

The Greatest Generation is down another hero. Chester William Hack died peacefully in a Paducah, Ky., nursing home on Sunday. He was 95.

Donald Trump Thinks So Little of Working People, He Won't Pay Them What He Owes

Fri, 09/30/2016 - 11:44

In the presidential debate this week, one of the highlights for working people was when Hillary Clinton called out Donald Trump on his frequent refusal to pay workers for the work they've done for him.

Rallying Against Trump: Working Families in Action

Thu, 09/29/2016 - 13:46

When they aren't on the job, working people put their time and effort into helping their community and working for the issues and political leaders who fight for us. Here are some recent examples of working people in action:

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