Black workers are squeezed at the bottom and limited at the top This post was exported to BlackEconomics.com on November 19th 2024 Summary When I grew up, I heard of the Sacred Seven: seven occupations where Black people could do well during Jim Crow segregation. The seven are: Doctor, Dentist, Lawyer, Preacher, Teacher, Mortician … Read more
Unions are good, they balance worker interests against corporate interests which benefits society. On Labor Day and with the UAW strike in the news, there are lots of questions about Unions. This Labor Day is a chance to step back and look at the benefits Unions provide to society. Let’s look at some of the … Read more
Labor Day Related Stories or Economic Outlook Labor Day Edition I wish I had a lot of good news on Labor Day, but I don’t. The good news There are a couple of Labor bright spots. On July 31st, the New York State Nurses Association and the NYC Health and Hospitals Corporation reached a settlement. … Read more
A couple of Labor Day articles focusing on history. When Labor Day Meant Something (Atlantic) Have we forgotten the true meaning of Labor Day? (The Conversation) A Labor Day Reflection on Unions, Race, and Division (New Yorker) It’s not just famous actors and big-name writers the Hollywood strikes are hurting (Vox) Labor Day Is a … Read more