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Economy/Jobs

Minnesota’s Labor Unions Boosting Racial Economic Equality

By Brandon Campbell - Minnesota News Connection | September 6, 2016

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.

Education

Causes That Could Lose If MN Voter Restriction Amendment Passes

By Jacob Wheeler | October 2, 2012

“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.”

Labor/Unions

Representative Mark Buesgens attempts to revive Anti-Union legislation

2 AM Attempt To Revive Anti-Union Bill Fails

By Michael McIntee | April 27, 2012

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.

Economy/Jobs

IBEW Opposes MN Prevailing Wage Provisions

By Allison Herrera | March 29, 2012

Members of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers showed up at the Minnesota State Capitol to show their disapproval of House File 1476.

Labor/Unions

Maneuver To Un-stall “Right To Work” Fails In MN House

By Michael McIntee | March 22, 2012

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.

Labor/Unions

Pro-union protests outside hearing on anti-union constitutional amendment

Protest Against “Attack On The Middle Class”

By Allison Herrera | March 12, 2012

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.

Labor/Unions

Senator David Tomassoni (DFL) Chisholm, Minnesota

MN GOP Aims To Make Rich Richer With “Right To Work For Less” Amendment

By Michael McIntee | February 5, 2012

Senator David Tomassoni (DFL-Chisholm) comments on an anti-union constitutional amendment proposed by Minnesota Republicans.

Labor/Unions

Senate Majority David Senjem faces questions about constitutional amendments

MNGOP Considering “Litany” Of Constitutional Amendments

By Michael McIntee | February 3, 2012

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.