union
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PublishedAugust 18, 2023
The tough-talking union boss leading autoworkers to the brink of a strike
Shawn Fain, the new president of the United Auto Workers, rails against corporate greed and refuses to shake hands with CEOs.
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PublishedJuly 21, 2023
City manager defends bonuses for some employees as recruitment, retention tool
Danielle West said the $240,000 the city spent on bonuses for some employees recognizes them for jobs that have gotten tougher with staffing problems. The city will have a meeting next week to hear about union concerns.
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PublishedJuly 16, 2023
The Conversation: Hollywood on the picket line – 5 unsung films that put America’s union history on the silver screen
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PublishedJuly 11, 2023
Threats of a strike heating up even before UAW begins negotiations with automakers
Besides wages, pensions and health care, the union has set its sights on securing a foothold in the joint-venture plants that will manufacture electric vehicle batteries.
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PublishedJune 26, 2023
Brunswick coffee shop strike ends with potential change in ownership
The shop's prospective new owner said he plans to reopen the shop under a new name.
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PublishedJune 15, 2023
Striking Brunswick coffee shop workers dig in
Little Dog Coffee Shop workers said they are prepared to strike indefinitely, while the owner said he is considering selling the business.
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PublishedJune 12, 2023
Brunswick coffee shop employees strike for second time
After voting to unionize in November, Little Dog Coffee Shop workers are on strike for the second time in two months, alleging continued unfair labor practices.
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PublishedJune 9, 2023
Bath shipyard union hints at willingness to strike again ahead of contract negotiations
Defense analysts caution another strike could be 'disastrous' for the shipyard.
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PublishedMarch 23, 2023
Bates College workers reject proposed union
National Labor Relations Board staffers who counted the ballots said 254 voted against the union while 186 favored it.
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PublishedFebruary 21, 2023
Workers at Shalom House in Portland launch union campaign
Some of the employees at the nonprofit social service agency are organizing to secure higher wages that will keep pace with costs of living.