Matthew Cunningham-Cook

Matthew Cunningham-Cook was a Nation intern in the summer of 2012. An activist and reporter in the labor movement, he has worked with Labor Notes, AFSCME, and the UAW.

NYC School Bus Drivers Strike in Defense of Job Security NYC School Bus Drivers Strike in Defense of Job Security

Should decent wage jobs be considered an unnecessary burden or a critical part of a civilized urban metropolis?

Jan 16, 2013 / StudentNation / Matthew Cunningham-Cook and StudentNation

Unions Win in Key Ballot Measures Around the Country

Unions Win in Key Ballot Measures Around the Country Unions Win in Key Ballot Measures Around the Country

In California, Michigan, Alabama and beyond, voters came out for organized labor.

Nov 7, 2012 / Matthew Cunningham-Cook

Why Do Some of America’s Wealthiest Individuals Have Fingers in Louisiana’s Education System?

Why Do Some of America’s Wealthiest Individuals Have Fingers in Louisiana’s Education System? Why Do Some of America’s Wealthiest Individuals Have Fingers in Louisiana’s Education System?

The extremely wealthy are out to destroy public education, and reap the benefits.

Oct 17, 2012 / Matthew Cunningham-Cook

As Deal Nears, Major Wins Are Likely for Chicago Teachers As Deal Nears, Major Wins Are Likely for Chicago Teachers

Teachers in Chicago realize that they are striking a blow for the preservation of public education across the country.

Sep 14, 2012 / Matthew Cunningham-Cook

Chicago Teachers Push Back Against Neoliberal Education Reform

Chicago Teachers Push Back Against Neoliberal Education Reform Chicago Teachers Push Back Against Neoliberal Education Reform

In Chicago, teachers aren’t just fighting for a fair contract—they’re fighting to stop the education reform agenda that dominates the national debate.

Sep 11, 2012 / Matthew Cunningham-Cook

Activists Around the US Fight to Raise the Minimum Wage

Activists Around the US Fight to Raise the Minimum Wage Activists Around the US Fight to Raise the Minimum Wage

At a time when 4.5 million Americans make at or below the minimum wage, a broad coalition unites to demand better pay. 

Aug 10, 2012 / Matthew Cunningham-Cook

Con Ed Workers and Allies Rally in Union Square to End Lockout Con Ed Workers and Allies Rally in Union Square to End Lockout

As a hot summer rolls on and the lockout enters its third week, New York City unions ramp up the pressure. 

Jul 20, 2012 / Matthew Cunningham-Cook

‘When We Go Out, the Lights Go Out’: Workers Locked Out at Con Ed

‘When We Go Out, the Lights Go Out’: Workers Locked Out at Con Ed ‘When We Go Out, the Lights Go Out’: Workers Locked Out at Con Ed

Days after being locked out, the utility company’s union workers show that they’re not going down without a fight.

Jul 5, 2012 / Matthew Cunningham-Cook

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