LABOR DISPUTE

Oct 25 2024BUSINESS

Boeing Strike: Pensions and Planes on the Line

Last month, Boeing workers walked off the job with a clear demand: they want their pensions back. In 2013, Boeing froze the traditional pension plan to keep production in Seattle, claiming it was too expensive. But now, workers are feeling the squeeze and aren't giving in. They recently rejected Boeing's latest offer by a margin of 64%, a deal that didn't include pen...

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Oct 06 2024EDUCATION

Teachers' Pay Dispute Hits Streets in NJ Schools

In New Jersey, a dispute between teachers and the South Orange-Maplewood school district has heated up. Teachers from the SOMEA union took to the streets of South Orange, carrying signs with messages like "Settle Now!" and "We Are Worthy." They also attended a board meeting in Maplewood to voice their concerns. The main issue is pay. The teachers' union believes the...

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Oct 04 2024EDUCATION

Teachers in Marblehead Take a Stand: A Closer Look at Stalled Contract Negotiations

The Marblehead Education Association (MEA) has decided to make a bold move in their negotiations for a new collective-bargaining agreement. They have announced that teachers will only work the hours and responsibilities outlined in their contract, effectively halting any extra activities like after-school help or serving on committees. This decision comes after the l...

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Oct 03 2024POLITICS

The Great Container Standoff

The world's economy is holding its breath as a strike by nearly 50,000 dock workers on the East and Gulf Coasts threatens to disrupt global trade. At the helm of this labor dispute is Harold Daggett, a 78-year-old union boss with a reputation for being tough but fair. Daggett has been leading the International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) for decades, guiding hi...

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Sep 11 2024SPORTS

Breaking the Soccer Deadlock: A New Era Beckons

Imagine a world where Canadian soccer players are free to focus on the beautiful game, without the burden of a labour dispute holding them back. A world where national teams can prepare for international competitions with the resources they need to succeed. It's a tantalizing prospect, and one that's finally within reach. Canada Soccer recently announced a 'framework...

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