by Steven Capozzola | May 31, 2012 | Blog
Last fall, we pondered whether Apple could start building iPads and iPhones in the U.S. Our conclusion was, YES, Apple could indeed start assembling products in the U.S. Some key points: 1. Labor costs are not the key factor. As Michele Nash-Hoff...
by Richard Eskow | May 30, 2012 | Blog
On a recent Meet the Press face-off between Democrats and Republicans, a politician claimed we urgently need to cut government spending. He embraced a plan to slash vital government programs and gut retirement security, while actually cutting taxes for the rich. The...
by Mary Bottari | May 30, 2012 | Blog, Minimum Wage
Many are wondering if making Wisconsin a "Right to Work" state is next on Governor Scott Walker's agenda if he wins the recall election on June 5. Right to Work laws weaken unions by allowing members to opt out of paying dues. Workers get the benefit of working in a...
by Dave Johnson | May 30, 2012 | Blog, Minimum Wage
Democracy properly applied brings widespread prosperity because when people have a say what they say is give everyone good wages, benefits and a share of the pie. They say reinvest some of the profits in infrastructure and education to keep the good times rolling....
