Category: Organized Labor

Why There Is Talk of a Writers’ Strike in Hollywood

The New York Times – Movies:
TV and movie writers want more money, but Hollywood companies say the demands ignore economic realities. The deadline to sort out those differences is approaching.
Strains Emerge Inside the Union That Beat Amazon

The New York Times – Business:
Nearly a year after its victory on Staten Island, the Amazon Labor Union is grappling with election losses and internal conflict.
Boston Celtics’ Jaylen Brown Talks Free Agency, Activism and Kanye West

The New York Times – Sports:
The star Celtics guard talks about his career year in the N.B.A., educational inequality and his association with Kanye West.
French Protesters Rally in Last Angry Push Before Pension Bill Vote

The New York Times – Business:
Many believe the legislation to raise the retirement age to 64 from 62 will pass Parliament, and they are looking beyond the vote to fight on.
Can the United Farm Workers of California Rise Again?

The New York Times – Business:
Decades after Cesar Chavez made the union a power, it has lost much of its clout. Membership dropped precipitously, from 60,000 to 5,500. It hopes a new law will turn the tide.
More Retiree Health Plans Move Away From Traditional Medicare

The New York Times – Business:
Retirees whose former employers offer health coverage are being shifted to privately run Medicare Advantage, often against their wishes. The change saves millions for employers.
Unions Vow to Bring France to a ‘Standstill’ Over Macron’s Pension Plan

The New York Times – Business:
Travel, schools and services were disrupted by nationwide strikes and protests for a sixth time as the battle over the retirement age intensified.
Rail Heat Sensors, Under Scrutiny in Ohio Crash, Face Few Regulations

The New York Times – Business:
Safety experts said the East Palestine derailment might not have happened had Norfolk Southern placed sensors closer together. The federal government doesn’t require or regulate their use.
Bernie Sanders Presses Ahead With Subpoena of Starbucks C.E.O.

The New York Times – Business:
The senator has set a Wednesday vote to compel Howard Schultz, the billionaire Starbucks chief executive, to testify in front of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee.
Bernie Sanders Presses Ahead With Subpoena of Starbucks C.E.O.

The New York Times – Business:
The senator has set a Wednesday vote to compel Howard Schultz, the billionaire Starbucks chief executive, to testify in front of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee.
Alabama Mining Strike Ends Without a Deal After Nearly Two Years

The New York Times – Business:
The strike at the Warrior Met Coal mine was one of the longest in U.S. history, but the price of coal soared during the walkout, giving the company leverage.
Starbucks Violated Labor Law in Buffalo Union Drive, Judge Rules

The New York Times – Business:
The decision cited “egregious and widespread misconduct,” including illegal monitoring and firing of workers. Starbucks signaled that it would appeal.