A classic workers versus corporate greed battle is underway right now in Erie, Pennsylvania. Just about 2,000 workers who make locomotives are walking the picket lines in freezing weather—and I talk with Scott Slawson, the president of the union, to get the details on their struggle against, Wabtec, a union-busting company. Kimberly Ellis is back […]
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Episode 122: A Union Fights Corporate Greed in Erie, PA; Kimberly Ellis Runs Again!
Posted on 06 March 2019.
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The Price To Pay
Posted on 10 December 2008.
Aside from the strong picture and message sent by the workers who are sitting in at the Republic Windows & Doors factory, I particularly like the beating that seems to be handed out to Bank of America: Gov. Rod R. Blagojevich, who met with the workers Monday morning, said the State of Illinois was […]
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