On the heels of Labor Day, and as the Twin Cities continue to struggle with racial disparities, a new report details how Minnesota’s labor unions are providing economic opportunities, especially for people of color.
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“You think you got problems now,” warned Congressman Keith Ellison. “If they pass this (Voter Restriction Amendment), food policy will look worse than it looks now. Cuts to nutrition programs will accelerate. Tax cuts to the wealthiest will expand.” Continue Reading →
In the dark of night when public TV was no longer broadcasting the House session, a Republican tries to revive the anti-union “right to work” constitutional amendment. Continue Reading →
Members of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers showed up at the Minnesota State Capitol to show their disapproval of House File 1476. Continue Reading →
The motion that wasn’t. Rep. Doug Wardlow (R-Eagan) tries to get “right to work” to a friendlier House committee, but then doesn’t appear to speak to the motion. Continue Reading →
Protests that recalled the furor of last year’s Wisconsin labor battle echoed through the Minnesota Capitol’s halls as Senators debate a so called “right to work” constitutional amendment. Continue Reading →
Senator David Tomassoni (DFL-Chisholm) comments on an anti-union constitutional amendment proposed by Minnesota Republicans. Continue Reading →
Minnesota Senate Majority Leader David Senjem revealed today that his caucus is considering a “litany” of constitutional amendments although he would like to see them limited to three. Continue Reading →
