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calgaryherald.comfinance10 hrs ago
Union Scales Back Billionaire Tax Proposal After Ballot Qualification
A labor union reduced its proposed one-time tax on California billionaires from 5% to 2% one day after collecting enough signatures for the November ballot. Governor Gavin Newsom declined to support the revised plan, citing concerns over its design and potential effects on state…
New York Postpolitics2 days ago
Union Leader Criticizes Governor Over Billionaire Tax Proposal
The president of SEIU-United Healthcare Workers West said the governor is opposing a proposed one-time 5% tax on the state's ultra-rich to accommodate wealthy donors. The measure qualified for the November ballot this week but could be withdrawn before June 25.
qz.compolitics1 day agoUpdated
California Union Offers Lower Rate on Billionaire Tax Measure After Ballot Qualification
A labor union behind a proposed one-time 5% tax on California billionaires offered Thursday to reduce it to 2% if state officials back the revised plan. The offer came a day after the original measure qualified for the November ballot but did not win support from the governor.
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chicago.suntimes.compolitics5 days ago
Inquiry Hears Union Covered More Than $156,000 in Officials' Fines
The Queensland branch of the CFMEU used donations to pay personal fines imposed on members and officials for Fair Work Act breaches. Counsel assisting the inquiry said the practice circumvented the purpose of court orders. Hearings continue this week.
newser.compolitics10 days ago
Pennsylvania Democrat Criticizes Overtime Tax Break Despite Union Support
A Democratic candidate running for a Pennsylvania House seat criticized the overtime tax deduction in a May podcast appearance. His national union has endorsed the policy. The candidate's campaign says he supports the deduction but wants adjustments for workers who do not qualify…
nypost.comworld10 days ago
Teachers Union Reports Over 50 Trustees on 27 Public Pension Funds
A teachers union stated that more than 50 of its affiliated trustees hold positions on 27 public pension funds. The disclosure came in a report examining trustee roles across multiple state and local systems.
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medpagetoday.compolitics4 days ago
Physician Tells Congress Union Endorses BDS and Excludes Israeli Doctors
A Philadelphia cardiologist testified that the Committee of Interns and Residents supports the BDS movement, declares Israel guilty of apartheid and genocide, and recommends excluding Israeli physicians from employment. He said the union also posted support for individuals linked…
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foxnews.compolitics32 days ago
Los Angeles Mayor Receives Union Endorsement for Reelection
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has received the endorsement of the International Alliance of Theatrical State Employees for her reelection bid. The union cited her past work on film and television production incentives.
The Guardianai40 days ago
Poll Finds Strong Worker Support for Union-Backed AI Policies
A survey of 1,588 workers found more than 90% support requirements for human oversight on employment decisions and transparency when employers use artificial intelligence. The poll, conducted for the AFL-CIO, showed unions viewed as the most trusted group to protect workers from…
americanbanker.comfinance40 days ago
Senate Banking Committee Advances Crypto Regulatory Bill Amid Union and Banking Opposition
The AFL-CIO, SEIU, AFT, NEA and AFSCME sent a letter and email to senators warning that the legislation could jeopardize workers' retirement accounts. The Senate Banking Committee is scheduled to vote on the bill Thursday even as final legislative text remained unreleased Monday…
world44 days ago
Canadian Union Seeks Government Review of $55 Billion Electronic Arts Takeover
A Canadian union has asked the federal government to examine the proposed acquisition of Electronic Arts by a group including Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund and a private equity firm headed by U.S. President Donald Trump's son-in-law. The union cited risks to national secur…
Washington Examinerpolitics45 days ago
Unions Use ESG Investing to Advance Labor Goals
Union membership has fallen to 10 percent of the U.S. workforce overall and below 6 percent in the private sector. A new report describes how unions direct pension funds, which hold hundreds of billions of dollars, to support shareholder resolutions seeking to eliminate secret-ba…
Wiredtechnology46 days ago
SpaceX Prepares for What Would Be History’s Largest IPO, Expected to Value Company Above $2 Trillion
Randi Weingarten, president of the American Federation of Teachers, sent a letter to the US Securities and Exchange Commission on Wednesday calling for detailed review of SpaceX’s planned initial public offering. The IPO is expected to be the largest ever, valuing the company abo…
koreaherald.comai47 days ago
Canadian Telecom Unions Present AI Concerns to Parliamentary Committee
Telecommunications workers in Canada are pushing for restrictions on artificial intelligence, citing its role in monitoring employees and disguising accents of offshore agents. The Canadian Telecommunications Workers Alliance raised these concerns before a parliamentary committee…
BBC Newspolitics47 days ago
Spirit Airlines Shuts Down Operations
Budget carrier Spirit Airlines announced an immediate shutdown after failing to secure a $500 million federal bailout amid rising fuel costs from the US-Israel war in Iran. The collapse stranded passengers and prompted other airlines to offer rescue fares. Transportation official…
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washingtonpost.comworld51 days ago
Thousands Protest on May Day in Turkey; Over 500 Arrested in Istanbul
Turkish police arrested more than 500 people and used tear gas during May Day demonstrations in Istanbul, where access to Taksim Square was blocked. Nationwide rallies occurred in cities like Ankara, Izmir, and Diyarbakır. In the U.S., Americans marked International Workers' Day…
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upi.compolitics51 days agoUpdated
600 Groups Hold May Day Protests Nationwide
A coalition of approximately 600 groups, including labor unions and political organizations, mobilized thousands of May Day protests across the United States on May 1, 2026. Events featured walkouts, marches, and gatherings under slogans like 'No work, no school, no shopping' and…
The Guardianpolitics50 days ago
Thousands Attend May Day Protests Across US
Thousands participated in May Day protests nationwide on May 1, calling for strikes and boycotts against billionaire influence and government policies. The events coincide with new research highlighting a K-shaped spending trend since 2023, where high-income households drive reta…
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South Korean President Warns of Potential Harm from Excessive Union Demands
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung stated that excessive demands by labor unions could harm unions and other workers. He made the remarks amid a threatened strike by a union at Samsung Electronics Co. following the company's reported profit surge. Lee also addressed the need fo…
thehindu.comworld52 days ago
Cargo Workers and CU Logistics Affiliate Reach Collective Agreement After 10-Day Blockade
Unionized cargo workers and BGF Logis, the logistics affiliate of convenience store chain CU, signed a collective agreement on April 30, 2026, ending a 10-day blockade of key logistics centers. The deal raises freight rates by 7 percent and improves working conditions, following…
Japan Timesfinance53 days ago
Japan Prime Minister Takaichi Vows Efforts for Wage Hikes at Tokyo May Day Event
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi addressed a May Day rally in Tokyo on April 29, 2026, pledging government support for sustained wage increases that outpace inflation. The event, organized by the Japanese Trade Union Confederation, marked her first such appearance since taking offic…
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Los Angeles Unified School District Strike Scheduled for Tuesday Despite Agreements with Two Unions
The Los Angeles Unified School District faces a potential strike on Tuesday involving three unions, though two have reached tentative agreements. The remaining union, SEIU Local 99, continues mediation. Families of 390,000 students and 70,000 workers prepare contingency plans ami…
koreaherald.comworld70 days ago
Norway's Largest Trade Unions Reach Wage Agreement with Employers for Private-Sector Workers
Norway's largest trade unions have agreed on a wage deal with employers for private-sector workers. The agreement prevents a potential strike in the country, which is western Europe's leading energy exporter. This development ensures continuity in operations across various indust…
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Three Unions Representing LAUSD Workers Threaten Joint Strike on April 14
Three unions representing about 70,000 of the Los Angeles Unified School District's 83,300 employees plan a potential strike on April 14. The unions include United Teachers Los Angeles, SEIU Local 99, and Associated Administrators of Los Angeles. Negotiations focus on pay increas…
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Hundreds Protest in Dakar over Government Promises and Rising Living Costs in Senegal
Hundreds of workers, union members and opposition supporters marched in Dakar on Wednesday to protest unfulfilled government promises and increasing living costs amid a debt crisis. The demonstration was organized by major labor unions and the opposition coalition Front for the D…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewtechnology74 days ago
ProPublica Unionized Staff Initiate 24-Hour Strike Over Contract Negotiations
Unionized employees at the nonprofit news organization ProPublica began a 24-hour strike on Wednesday. The action involves approximately 150 members of the ProPublica Guild, who are negotiating a collective bargaining agreement. The strike addresses issues including AI use, layof…