Can American teenagers take the place of immigrant farm workers? In 1965, the U.S. attempted to find out.
A Glimpse into Randy Carter’s Life and Work I settled onto Randy Carter’s inviting sofa, eager to hear about the experiences of this Hollywood veteran. His Glendale home was adorned with photos and posters from his impressive 77-year career, featuring classics like “Apocalypse Now,” “Godfather II,” and “The Conversation.” Yet, today, we were about to […]
Huntsville auto workers unable to unionize at Navistar plant, UAW claims unlawful intimidation.
Workers at the International Motors/Navistar Powertrain Manufacturing Plant in Huntsville have decided against forming a union, which represents yet another unsuccessful attempt by the United Auto Workers (UAW) to organize labor in Alabama. Out of 228 eligible voters, only 26 participated in last Thursday’s election at Navistar’s Big Bore Diesel facility. A significant majority, 142 […]
North Alabama Area Labor Council urges auto workers in Huntsville to form a union
UAW Pushes for Unionization Among Alabama Auto Workers Again After unsuccessful union efforts at Mercedes-Benz and Hyundai last year, the United Auto Workers (UAW) is revisiting the organization of auto factory employees in Alabama. This Thursday, around 220 full-time and part-time workers at the International Motors/Navistar Powertrain plant in Huntsville will participate in elections to […]
Trump Pressures Employers To Address Employment Of Illegal Workers
Changes in Immigration Enforcement Affect U.S. Employers The Trump administration’s tougher immigration enforcement policies have prompted U.S. employers to reconsider hiring illegal immigrants. Federal laws regarding employment have been in place since 1986, requiring the use of Form I-9 to verify the identity and work eligibility of new hires. This increased focus by the federal […]
As the initial team arrives, Alabama dispatches a second group of rescue workers to help with the aftermath of the flooding in Texas.
Alabama Rescue Workers Head to Texas for Disaster Relief Governor Kay Ivey has announced that a team of rescue workers from Alabama will arrive in Texas today to aid in disaster relief efforts. Last week, Governor Ivey revealed the deployment of a 40-member Alabama Search and Rescue squad following a catastrophic flood that claimed over […]
Op-ed by Tuberville: Thanks to Trump’s economic initiatives, ‘the possibilities are endless for businesses and workers in Alabama’
Growing up, it seemed like everything I saw in stores had a “made in the USA” label. Nowadays, though, it feels like “made in China” is the norm. This shift, I think, has a lot to do with ineffective leadership over the years that has allowed us to fall behind in trade. A mix of […]
Alabama construction groups unite to back union workers
New Alliance for Alabama Construction Workers The Alabama State Building and Construction Trade Council (ASBCTC) and the Skilled Trade and Transport Association (ASTTU) recently formed a strategic alliance aimed at bolstering support for construction industry members in Alabama. Announced on June 18, this partnership combines two significant labor groups dedicated to union solidarity, advocacy, and […]
Mayor Karen Bass proposes layoffs for about 1,650 L.A. city workers
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass released the proposed budget on Monday. The $14 billion spending plan covering the 2025-26 fiscal year funds new recruiting scores at the fire station three months after the Palisade fire destroyed thousands of homes and killed 12 people. However, many other agencies face deep spending cuts, with layoffs reaching 5% […]
How California state workers cash in on days off
Sacramento – It wasn’t a well-documented job last year when California oversaw dentist George Souhu and oversees $1.2 million. It wasn’t for a holiday. Soohoo joined the rare Club of State employee billionaires, earning thousands of hours of unused leave when he retired, setting a new record of payments. He has broken through the list […]
Union Workers Say Trump’s Tariffs Are ‘Very Positive Thing’ For Auto, Steel Industries
Union workers in the automotive and steel industry said Wednesday that President Donald Trump’s tariffs on foreign imports were “very positive” for their industry. Trump has announced that the US will impose mutual tariffs, including a 25% tax on imported cars, on countries where auto workers from Michigan, James Benson Jr. and Indiana Steelworker Matt […]