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Public Sector Unions: On the Chopping Block?
Today, the Supreme Court will hear a case with huge implications for public sector unions. The case is Friedrichs v. California Teachers Union, and at issue is the question of whether members of public sector unions can be required to pay dues to support union efforts. Over at Gawker, Hamilton Nolan breaks it down (Today They…
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International Association of Machinists & Aerospace Workers Seeks Research Analyst
The IAM Strategic Resources Department is responsible for providing information and developing strategies in support of organizing, bargaining, public policy, and educational activities at all levels of our union. We are seeking a Research Analyst who can use his/her skills to handle a wide range of responsibilities and work in a variety of situations. Duties…
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Democracy Collaborative Hiring for 2 Research Positions (Washington, DC)
1) Research Associate The Democracy Collaborative, a national research institute dedicated to the development of innovative strategies for the democratization of wealth, seeks an experienced research associate to assist our research department. Application Deadline: February 12th, 2016 Salary: $42,000 to $52,000, depending on work experience and academic qualifications. Job includes a generous benefits package including…
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Two Major Unions Join Call for Global Moratorium on Fracking
The International Union of Food Workers and the Tunisian national center, the Union Générale Tunisienne du Travail (UGTT), have joined the Trade Union Call for A Global Moratorium on Fracking. The statement sends a strong message calling for “a global moratorium on hydraulic fracturing (fracking) for shale gas, coal seam gas, and shale oil,” stating that…
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