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We Need the Wobblies Now More Than Ever!76

We Need the Wobblies Now More Than Ever!

A history of the Industrial Workers of the World, commonly known as "Wobblies," and discussion of current economic issues surrounding the UAW, Teamsters, and other labor unions; in light of the proposed bailout plans.

23 comments    politics first world war iww
Heroine of the Month (August): Mary Harris, the Original "Mother Jones"70

Heroine of the Month (August): Mary Harris, the Original "Mother Jones"

According to Mary Harris herself, she was born on May 1, 1830. But according to other records, she was born on August 1, 1837. What is certain is that she a pivotal figure in building the modern U.S. labor movement.

5 comments    education american history iww
On Cooperatives60

On Cooperatives

The Cooperative system holds many advantages for the average worker over neoliberal corporatism. This article addresses those advantages as well as criticisms of the system.

0 comments    freedom cooperatives iww
Labor Unions: America's Albatross60

Labor Unions: America's Albatross

 Since Barack Obama's election, Americans have gotten a true view of how labor unions only help themselves, while leaving the rest of us to suffer. This is not to say that the individual member is an albatross considering union membership is...

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