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Massachusetts Nannies and Housekeepers Now Protected From Long Days, Abuse, Sexual Harassment

Massachusetts Nannies and Housekeepers Now Protected From Long Days, Abuse, Sexual Harassment Massachusetts Nannies and Housekeepers Now Protected From Long Days, Abuse, Sexual Harassment

The legislation will establish rules on working hours, rest breaks and dealing with work-related complaints.

Jun 23, 2014 / Michelle Chen

From the World Cup to the Washington Football Team, Indigenous People Fight to Be Seen

From the World Cup to the Washington Football Team, Indigenous People Fight to Be Seen From the World Cup to the Washington Football Team, Indigenous People Fight to Be Seen

Whether in Brazil or the United States, opponents of Native rights have taken to the tactic of pretending indigenous social justice activists simply do not exist.

Jun 21, 2014 / Dave Zirin

Human Rights Groups Blast Obama’s Plan to Open New Immigrant Family Detention Centers

Human Rights Groups Blast Obama’s Plan to Open New Immigrant Family Detention Centers Human Rights Groups Blast Obama’s Plan to Open New Immigrant Family Detention Centers

“We’re really concerned that these detention centers…will not be under compliance with international law.”

Jun 20, 2014 / Steven Hsieh

Days After Decrying Flat Wages, McConnell Proposes Lowering Wages by $13 Billion

Days After Decrying Flat Wages, McConnell Proposes Lowering Wages by $13 Billion Days After Decrying Flat Wages, McConnell Proposes Lowering Wages by $13 Billion

McConnell raises funds for the Brent Spence Bridge by lowering construction worker wages.

Jun 20, 2014 / Joe Sonka

For Women’s Office Wear, Who’s Making the Rules?

For Women’s Office Wear, Who’s Making the Rules? For Women’s Office Wear, Who’s Making the Rules?

Professional dress was created with the male worker in mind, and the unclear guidelines facing women shows we haven’t fully accepted them in the workplace.

Jun 20, 2014 / Bryce Covert

Obama Sets the US on a Slippery Slope to War in Iraq

Obama Sets the US on a Slippery Slope to War in Iraq Obama Sets the US on a Slippery Slope to War in Iraq

The White House ought to listen to its better angels and concentrate on politics and diplomacy.

Jun 20, 2014 / Bob Dreyfuss

Will President Obama Use Executive Action to Improve Working Conditions?

Will President Obama Use Executive Action to Improve Working Conditions? Will President Obama Use Executive Action to Improve Working Conditions?

A new report suggests the White House could bypass Congress to improve working conditions at workplaces linked to federal programs.

Jun 20, 2014 / Michelle Chen

Why Scott Walker Will Never Be President

Why Scott Walker Will Never Be President Why Scott Walker Will Never Be President

Prosecutors allege the Wisconsin governor was at the center of an “expansive” strategy to bypass campaign laws.

Jun 20, 2014 / John Nichols

Difficult to Know Which Mitch to Follow on Iraq

Difficult to Know Which Mitch to Follow on Iraq Difficult to Know Which Mitch to Follow on Iraq

McConnell finds himself in another tight re-election race with his career on the line, and another crisis in Iraq.

Jun 19, 2014 / Joe Sonka

FIFA Ignores Brazil’s Economic Woes, Provoking Resistance

FIFA Ignores Brazil’s Economic Woes, Provoking Resistance FIFA Ignores Brazil’s Economic Woes, Provoking Resistance

Another day of World Cup games means another day of protests from the Brazilian people. 

Jun 19, 2014 / Dave Zirin and Press Room

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