“Put it in writing!” chanted striking West Virginia teachers Tuesday morning after Governor Jim Justice announced a deal that would give all state workers, including teachers, a 5 percent pay raise. The State House unanimously passed the bill before noon, the State Senate followed soon after and the governor then signed the bill, finally ending the teachers’ 9-day strike. “Today, right beat might in the truest tradition of Mother Jones,” said AFT President Randi Weingarten. “The strike and its strong outcome should be seen as a shot across the bow to every lawmaker who may underestimate the support teachers have,” added AFT-West Virginia President Christine Campbell.
Here’s today's labor history: On this date in 1908, thousands of New York needle trades workers demonstrated for higher wages, shorter workday, and end to child labor. The demonstration became the basis for International Women’s Day, the annual commemoration of the movement for women's rights. As of 2018, female workers average just 80 cents for every dollar a man makes and the gap is even wider for women of color. Today’s labor quote is by American singer, songwriter, dancer and actress Beyonce, who said: "Power’s not given to you. You have to take it." Union City Radio is supported by UnionPlus, which provides unique products and discounts for working families. Check them out at unionplus.org!
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