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Labor Front

Studs Terkel WORKING.

Labor Front

What Would Studs Terkel Make of ‘Essential Workers’? 

On the golden anniversary of the labor stalwart’s iconic book, “Working,” we explore what American workers have lost since 1974 — and how some are getting it back.

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Poor people's campaign

POLITICS

Low-Wealth and Low-Wage Voters Could Make All the Difference in 2024

On June 29, a major rally in Washington, D.C., will jumpstart the campaign to get key voters to the polls in November.

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Photo of leader of nurse's strike in a Village Voice article about how direct voting for more progressive union leadership might lead to increased voting in national elections.

Labor Front

Can a Union Revival Save America’s Soul?

Teamsters and auto workers are using union ballots to improve their lives. Can workers from all walks of life use the 2024 elections to improve the nation? 

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Image of Alamo Drafthouse workers at the Brooklyn cinema that recently authorized union representation.

Labor Front

Workers at Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Bring a Union to Brooklyn

The sequel will be the hard part: Contract negotiations and unionizing other locations. 

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Labor Front

The Labor Fight at the New School Heralds Battles Still to Come

With a legacy that includes inspiring the Village Voice, the New School struggles to remain true to its roots.

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Labor Front

Are Unions Getting Off Their Knees?

Even as the UAW rank-and-file elects new leaders, Covid-hardened American workers are looking beyond legacy unions.

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Labor Front

Los Deliveristas Unidos Takes On the App-Delivery Industry

That cyclist heading over with your lattes and muffins might also be organizing a labor movement

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Village voice story and photos by Ali Smith about canners helping the environment

News

A Revolution Is Taking Place, One Can at a Time

“Waste pickers” are helping the planet while paying their bills—it’s time to show them some respect

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