Shamus Cooke The recent JPMorgan scandal where billions of dollars were lost in risky bets has re-ignited the move to properly regulate the U.S. banking system. Among those asking for new regulations is Robert Reich, former labor secretary to Bill Clinton. Recently Reich made a plea of sorts to President Obama, whom he wishes would [...]
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How to Defend Unions From the Corporate Attacks
Ann Robertson
The following article was the basis of remarks by Ann Robertson at a public forum devoted to addressing the significance of the recent assaults on labor unions. The forum took place in Seaside, California, on April 14, 2011. The Big Picture I want to begin by clarifying the larger context within which all of the [...]
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