Fight for $15 coalition members urged Montgomery County Council members on Tuesday night to raise the county’s minimum wage and exclude amendments that would weaken the bill, which is supported by five councilmembers. The coalition is looking for a sixth vote to give them a veto-proof majority.
Despite unseasonably warm temperatures and a blazing noonday sun that ratcheted up the heat even more, nearly 100 News Guild union members and their supporters turned out for a spirited picket line Wednesday in front of the Washington Post on K Street. The union’s trademark balloons floated gaily above picket signs as chants rang out, demanding a contract. Complete details on both these stories – plus photos – on our website at dclabor.org Here’s today's labor history: On this date in 2010, tens of thousands of protesters took to the streets of Europe, striking against government austerity measures. Workers in more than a dozen countries participated, protesting job losses, retirement deferments, pension reductions, and cuts to schools, hospitals, and welfare services. Today’s labor quote is by Mother Jones, who said: “No matter what the fight, don't be ladylike! God almighty made women and the Rockefeller gang of thieves made the ladies.” Union City Radio is supported by UnionPlus, which is committed to improving the quality of life for all working families; find out more at unionplus.org.
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