Wednesday, May 22, 2013

May 22 News Update


Each Monday-Friday, by 9AM Central, we’ll post links to news stories and analytical articles of interest to working people. Sometimes they will be accompanied by editorial commentary. Stories from the New York Times will be followed with a *. The Times pay wall policy allows free access to only about ten articles a month.

Cambodian Workers Camp Out, Hunger Strike Against Walmart and H&M - See more at: http://www.labornotes.org/#sthash.YOn2c1sR.dpuf
Freeport Indonesia says death toll rises to 28 after tunnel accident
Rubber bullets fired at South African mine strikers, several hurt
Hospital Workers Strike, Demand Safer Staffing, Pensions
Nepalese workers poisoned by local and global pollution
More seniors are living in poverty
UFCW's Hansen Speaks Some Truth About 'Affordable Care Act'
UE General Executive Board Pledges Solidarity with Local 506
Bolivian govt, labor union resume talks on nationwide strike
Chiefs Declare Keystone XL Invalid, Walk Out on State Department Officials
Coal Boom Could Destroy Great Barrier Reef

Apple chief calls for US corporate tax to be cut
Arizona abortion ban struck down
Low-wage workers picket outside federal buildings
Details of the Senate Immigration Bill *
Safety Board: ATF Blocking Plant Blast Probe *

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