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local12 days ago•4 min saved

World Cup Winds Boost Downtown Seattle, CID Seeks Equity and Support

Advocates, business owners, and organizers in Seattle's Chinatown-International District say FIFA World Cup 2026 has benefited downtown but not their neighborhood, with CID businesses reporting sales declines. They call for more city engagement, signage directing fans to the CID, housing and social services, and plan a rally. City and elected leaders say steps are being taken, including the Unity Loop, increased police presence at 12th & Jackson and North Beacon Hill, and a one-time $1.1 million fund for outreach, mobile overdose treatment and prevention teams, community activations, and safety measures, with enforcement of drug-sale prohibitions and LEAD program options.

via KUOW|

#chinatown-international-district #economic-justice #local

politics2 months ago•6 min saved

May Day rallies push for living wages and worker power across the U.S.

Thousands are expected to join more than 3,000 May Day events nationwide, including school walkouts, as organizers push for living wages, stronger labor rights, and economic justice amid rising costs and stagnant pay.

via USA Today|

#economic-justice #education #immigrant-rights

business2 months ago•3 min saved

Lawmakers push airlines to cut fares if jet fuel costs drop

U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres urged Delta, United, JetBlue and Southwest to publicly commit to lowering fares should jet fuel costs decline, arguing airline pricing should reflect fuel costs and be fair. Jet fuel has surged since late February attacks on Iran, making fuel a major expense after labor and prompting higher fares, surcharges and bag fees. United declined to comment; Delta signaled fuel headwinds and possible capacity reductions, while other carriers did not respond. If fuel prices fall, airlines could reduce prices or expand capacity, illustrating how pricing, demand and margins remain intertwined.

via CNBC|

#airfare-pricing #airlines #business

world8 months ago•5 min saved

Catherine Connolly Wins Irish Presidency in Landslide

Irish voters elected Catherine Connolly, a leftist and critic of NATO and Israel's actions in Gaza, as president in a landslide, reflecting some discontent with the government despite the largely ceremonial nature of the role.

via The Washington Post|

#economic-justice #gaza #ireland

politics10 months ago•5 min saved

Elon Musk and the Rise of Trillionaire Entrepreneurs

The article criticizes the growing wealth inequality, highlighting the absurdity of trillionaires existing while ordinary workers struggle, and advocates for increased taxes on the wealthy, emphasizing that the time for redistribution is now, not in some distant future.

via Jacobin|

#cnn #economic-justice #politics

labor-rights2 years ago•5 min saved

"UAW's Fain Urges Congress to Take Action for Economic Justice"

United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain urged Congress to prioritize economic justice for the working class, calling it a national security risk. Fain's remarks were made during a hearing on unions' impact on working families. The UAW is currently considering tentative agreements that secure wage increases and other benefits for its members. Fain also highlighted the need for a pro-worker Congress and criticized automakers for not doing enough to support the transition to zero-emission vehicles. The hearing became heated when a Republican senator challenged a union leader to a physical fight.

via Detroit News|

#congress #economic-justice #labor-rights

labor-relations2 years ago•7 min saved

"UAW Strike Escalates: Red Stream of Workers Floods Facilities"

United Auto Workers (UAW) members expanded their strike against the Detroit Three automakers, with workers walking out of 38 GM and Stellantis distribution facilities across the US. The strike now includes an additional 5,625 workers across 20 states, adding to the nearly 13,000 already on strike. The distribution centers, which supply parts for repairs, have been described as "underrepresented" and "left behind" by UAW President Shawn Fain. Striking workers are demanding economic justice, fair wages, and job security, highlighting the disparity between their wages and the high salaries of company executives.

via Detroit Free Press|

#auto-workers #distribution-centers #economic-justice

labor-relations2 years ago•2 min saved

"UAW Members Prepare for Strike as Contract Talks Progress"

The United Auto Workers (UAW) is expected to authorize a strike vote as negotiations continue with Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis. The vote, although largely seen as a formality, carries more significance this year due to heated rhetoric. UAW leaders are calling for a fair contract that includes sharing profits, ensuring a just transition to electric vehicles, and resuming benefits. The automakers argue for cost control during the EV transition and competition with non-union operations. President Joe Biden has urged both sides to reach a fair agreement. The strike authorization vote is expected to be held next week, but it does not guarantee a strike will occur.

via USA TODAY|

#contract-negotiations #detroit-three #economic-justice

politics3 years ago•13 min saved

"Economic Justice Overlooked in New Hampshire's Cannabis Legalization Debate"

As New Hampshire considers legalizing cannabis, there are concerns that economic justice and social equity provisions are being overlooked. Unlike neighboring states Vermont and Massachusetts, New Hampshire's proposed cannabis retail sales model lacks explicit equity provisions. Advocates argue that legalization should prioritize those most impacted by the War on Drugs and that equity provisions are necessary to remedy the harm done to communities over decades. While New Hampshire decriminalized possession of small amounts of cannabis and allows qualifying people to annul past criminal records, advocates for legalization say those are small drops in the bucket.

via New Hampshire Bulletin|

#cannabis-legalization #economic-justice #new-hampshire

obituary3 years ago•5 min saved

Economist William Spriggs, Advocate for Racial Justice, Passes Away at 68

William E. Spriggs, an economist who fought for racial and economic justice, died at the age of 68. He was known for highlighting racial disparities in America's economy and challenging the basic assumptions of his peers. Spriggs conducted studies on the higher unemployment rate for Black workers and how the failure to raise the federal minimum wage has disproportionately hurt workers of color. He worked in the Clinton and Obama administrations and was the chief economist for the AFL-CIO labor federation. Spriggs was a committed political activist who bridged the economic establishment and the world of activism.

via The Washington Post|

#afl-cio #economic-justice #economist

world-news3 years ago•5 min saved

Global May Day Protests: France Prepares for Unrest.

Workers across Asia and Europe took to the streets on May Day to demand economic justice and better working conditions. French unions rallied against President Emmanuel Macron's move to raise the retirement age, while South Koreans demanded higher wages. In Spain, more than 70 marches were held, with unions warning of "social conflict" if salaries did not rise in line with inflation. Protests also took place in Pakistan, Turkey, Indonesia, Taiwan, and Lebanon. In Germany, feminist and queer groups organized a "Take Back the Night" rally to protest violence against women and LGBTQ+ people.

via The Associated Press|

#economic-justice #france #may-day