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Stories

Welcome to our story hub—a place where every voice, experience, and perspective comes together. Here, you’ll find all the stories we’ve shared across the site, from inspiring journeys and insightful interviews to behind-the-scenes moments and community highlights. Whether you’re looking to catch up, explore something new, or simply get inspired, this is your gateway to everything we’ve been talking about.

  • A Debate on Bargaining for the Common Good

    In this piece from Organizing Work, Marianne Garneau debates with labor organizer and journalist Chris Brooks and veteran union negotiator Joe Burns about Bargaining for the Common Good and its use as a model for connecting workplace fights with broader social demands. Read part one and part two here.  

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  • NEW YORK STATE SENATOR SPRING 2021 INTERNSHIP POSITION

    New York State Senator, Brian Kavanagh, seek ​Interns​ for Spring 2021. This internship is based in New York City but work may be performed remotely, and other accommodations may be made, to ensure safety until COVID-19 pandemic restrictions are lifted. The internship is unpaid, though we will support steps to obtain academic credit or any…

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  • NEW ECONOMY PROJECT JOB OPENING FOR A DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

    New Economy Project seeks an experienced Development Director to join our dynamic social justice organization. The Development Director will collaborate with staff to raise funds, build our identity with large donors, and expand our grassroots fundraising base. Our mission is to build an economy that works for all, rooted in racial and social justice, cooperation,…

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  • NEW ECONOMY PROJECT JOB OPENING FOR AN ORGANIZING DIRECTOR

    New Economy Project seeks an experienced organizer to play a lead role on city- and state-wide campaigns that foreground racial and economic justice, community equity, and just transition. The position offers competitive salary, excellent benefits, and ample room for growth, including leadership opportunities. Our mission is to build an economy that works for all, rooted…

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