David Shepardson — Vice President Joe Biden defended the role of organized labor, saying opponents are mounting a long-term war to attack unions. “These guys on the right — they know without you there — they call every shot,” Biden…
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Biden warns of war on labor, says outlook is dim
By JOSH LEDERMAN, Associated Press – Vice President Joe Biden says a concerted war on labor threatens to drastically weaken the bargaining power of American unions. Biden spoke Wednesday to an annual conference of the United Automobile Workers. He says…
Another Successful Philadelphia Council AFL-CIO Leadership Conference in the books
CONGRATS To President Pat Eiding and the entire Philadelphia Council AFL-CIO for Another Successful Philadelphia Council AFL-CIO Leadership Conference in the books. Leaders representing Philadelphia area unions participated in the 11th Annual Philadelphia Council AFL-CIO Leadership Conference in Atlantic city…
Trans Pacific Partnership: Threat to Jobs and Quality of American Life
By Richard Kline, President, Union Label and Service Trades Department (AFL-CIO) – The Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) threatens more than American jobs, its full impact could undermine the quality of life for all Americans. This free trade agreement, if signed…
Phila. Firefighters Union Demands Prosecution of Building Owners in Deadly 2012 Fire
By Pat Loeb – PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — The Philadelphia firefighters’ union is asking district attorney Seth Williams to reconsider his decision not to pursue criminal charges in relation to the fire that caused the death of two firemen in 2012…
