…..and doesn’t cut Social Security, Medicare, or Medicaid benefits.” It’s almost hard to believe after such a lopsided defeat in the election, but Republicans in Congress are pushing for a “fiscal deal” that would extend the Bush tax cuts for…
Happy Thanksgiving From John J. Dougherty
Dear Friends, I wanted to take just a moment out of our hectic schedules today to wish you and your loved ones a safe and happy Thanksgiving. This has always been my favorite holiday, a simple, peaceful time to focus…
Happy Thanksgiving From Phillylabor.com
On this Thanksgiving, we would like to wish the entire Philadelphia area labor community and beyond a happy, healthy and safe Thanksgiving holiday! We’d also like to keep in mind those less fortunate that they may overcome their circumstances and…
Tartaglione Urges US Air to Settle Labor Contract Before Merger
HARRISBURG, Nov. 20, 2012 – State Sen. Christine M. Tartaglione is urging US Air to settle long-stalled contract talks with its current workers before closing a merger with American Airlines. In a letter to Douglas Parker, CEO of US Airlines…
Pa. Building Trades Members Encouraged to Contact Gov Corbett’s Office Over Lowering Standards
ALL PENNSYLVANIA BUILDING TRADES MEMBERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO CALL AND/OR FAX GOVERNOR TOM CORBETT AND TELL HIM “NO CHANGES TO STATE APPRENTICE RATIOS!” PHONE 717-787-2500, FAX 772 8284. The Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) is trying to get the Governor…