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November 20, 2007 – Like many states throughout the country, Nebraska is facing a critical shortage of skilled manufacturing workers. A new report from the state labor department shows Nebraska companies are looking to fill more than 3,000 manufacturing positions. In response, local companies are teaming up with Central Community College for a new training
Read moreGovernment Employees Department Course Descriptions This is the 2008 schedule of classes offered by the Government Employees Department at the William W. Winpisinger Education and Technology Center at Placid Harbor, Maryland. Official call letters will be sent to Local Lodges by the Government Employees Department. Federal Employees Basic Program March 9 – March 14, 2008
Read moreNovember 5, 2007 – Last week we aird a story about the millions of Americans who work full time but because of low wages and no benefits, still can’t make ends meet. This week, we bring you a story on ways organized labor can help close these income gaps. Watch the video here.
Read moreOctober 30, 2007 – The middle class is caught in a trap. Although most work full time becasue of low wages and no benefits, millions of Americans still can’t make ends meet. Watch the video here.
Read moreInternational Trade Union Confederation The International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC) was founded on 1 November 2007. It represents 168 million workers in 153 countries and territories and has 305 national affiliates. The ITUC’s primary mission is the promotion and defence of workers’ rights and interests, through international cooperation between trade unions, global campaigning and advocacy within the major
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