The Poor People’s Campaign Goes to Congress
Some politicians are finding ways to lift up the voices of Americans struggling with poverty and inequality without grabbing the limelight for themselves.
Labor
Inside the Heated Battle Over D.C.’s Subminimum Tipped Wage
Misinformation abounds as the restaurant industry pours its resources into defeating Initiative 77.
New Index Shows Rising Influence of Giant Firms in Repressive Labor Policies
The International Trade Union Confederation points to the excessive power of Amazon, Samsung, and other global firms as one factor in rising violations of worker rights.
Grand Theft Paycheck
Walmart, FedEx, Bank of America, and Wells Fargo are among the large U.S. corporations stealing the most from their workers.