Detroit’s Auto-da-Fé Detroit’s Auto-da-Fé
In the auto industry's latest trial by fire, Senate Republicans lit the match--and what's left of the economy could go down in flames.
Dec 12, 2008 / Column / Nicholas von Hoffman
Sit-Down in Chicago Sit-Down in Chicago
The plight of striking electrical workers underscores the flaws in Paulson's bailout--and tests Obama's mettle.
Dec 11, 2008 / John Nichols
Chicago Striker Speaks Out Chicago Striker Speaks Out
A labor organizer from Chicago sheds light on the ongoing protest for wages owed to Republic Windows and Doors workers.
Dec 10, 2008 / GRITtv
Change Immigrants and Labor Can Believe In Change Immigrants and Labor Can Believe In
The Obama administration should embrace progressive tactics to protect human and workplace rights.
Nov 26, 2008 / Feature / David Bacon
Hands Off the UAW Hands Off the UAW
If he keeps his promises to autoworkers, Obama has the chance to renew the ability of organzed labor to improve the lot of union and non-union workers in the twenty-first century.
Nov 25, 2008 / John Nichols
How to Save Motor City How to Save Motor City
Letting Detroit fail: catastrophic. Transforming it into a lean green machine-maker: visionary.
Nov 25, 2008 / Feature / Marissa Colón-Margolies
Nail That Double Standard to the Mast! Nail That Double Standard to the Mast!
If America loses its domestic auto industry, 5 percent of the workforce may be on the street. Don't workers need a bailout, too?
Nov 19, 2008 / Column / Alexander Cockburn
Obama’s New Deal Obama’s New Deal
Obama has an opportunity to further racial and economic justice by fusing the New Deal and civil rights traditions.
Nov 13, 2008 / William P. Jones
Cashing Out Detroit Cashing Out Detroit
Saving jobs by giving automakers large amounts of cash is a very expensive form of trickle-down. What we need is a clear plan about how automakers will use the money.
Nov 10, 2008 / Column / Nicholas von Hoffman
Courage in Ohio Courage in Ohio
In a nation hungry for heroes on election day, blue-collar Ohio delivered.
Nov 6, 2008 / Connie Schultz