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Defend the Postal Service, Defend Good Jobs for Black Workers

Defend the Postal Service, Defend Good Jobs for Black Workers

Feb 2, 2023

The U.S. Postal Service is a vital source of decent jobs for Black workers. Instead of cutting or privatizing services, this public agency should expand to meet 21st century needs.

REPORT: Homecoming: The Greater Birmingham Community Speaks on Regional Cooperation and a More Inclusive Economy

REPORT: Homecoming: The Greater Birmingham Community Speaks on Regional Cooperation and a More Inclusive Economy

Nov 17, 2022

Greater Birmingham, AL, has experienced a resurgence in economic growth and civic engagement. Yet the benefits of this prosperity are not widely shared.

NEW REPORT: “Homecoming: The Greater Birmingham Community Speaks on Regional Cooperation and a More Inclusive Economy”

NEW REPORT: “Homecoming: The Greater Birmingham Community Speaks on Regional Cooperation and a More Inclusive Economy”

Nov 17, 2022

The Institute for Policy Studies and Alabama Arise’s professional study findings expose the critical issues that impact Greater Birmingham residents — and the solutions they want to see.

Why We Need a Black Worker Bill of Rights

Why We Need a Black Worker Bill of Rights

May 12, 2022

“From warehouses to board rooms, from the Deep South to Silicon Valley, we face discrimination in hiring, promotions, treatment, and pay.”

Addressing Racial Inequality in Paid Leave Policy

Addressing Racial Inequality in Paid Leave Policy

Mar 10, 2022

Among care advocates, equitable paid leave policy needs to meet the triple A standard: Accessible, affordable, and adequate.

Nearly Two-Thirds of Jefferson County, Alabama Residents Support a Union at Amazon

Nearly Two-Thirds of Jefferson County, Alabama Residents Support a Union at Amazon

Feb 23, 2022

A new survey commissioned by the Institute for Policy Studies shows the extent of local support for unionization efforts at Amazon’s Bessemer warehouse.

New Survey Shows Nearly Two-Thirds of Jefferson County, Alabama Residents Support a Union at Amazon

Feb 23, 2022

A new survey commissioned by the Institute for Policy Studies and conducted by New South Research shows the extent of local support for unionization efforts at Amazon’s Bessemer warehouse.

In Bessemer and the South, Black Workers Hold the Key

In Bessemer and the South, Black Workers Hold the Key

Feb 18, 2022

Does the ongoing campaign to unionize the Amazon warehouse, where 85 percent of the workers are Black, portend a return to large-scale campaigns in the region?

Inside the Campaign to Abolish the Subminimum Wage in 25 States by 2026

Inside the Campaign to Abolish the Subminimum Wage in 25 States by 2026

Feb 16, 2022

“This is the only future for the service sector and the economy overall: wages must go up or there will be no future.”

The Labor Day Dreams of Black Workers

The Labor Day Dreams of Black Workers

Sep 2, 2021

Leading Black labor organizers and policy advocates share their visions for advancing racial equity in the COVID recovery — and beyond.

Black Labor Leaders and Advocates Reflect on the Pandemic and What Comes Next

Black Labor Leaders and Advocates Reflect on the Pandemic and What Comes Next

Sep 2, 2021

We asked nine leading Black labor organizers and policy advocates how to advance racial equity in the COVID recovery — and beyond. Here are their responses.

10 Charts on the State of U.S. Workers on the 2nd Pandemic Labor Day

10 Charts on the State of U.S. Workers on the 2nd Pandemic Labor Day

Aug 30, 2021

While workers are continuing to struggle under COVID, corporate lobbyists are converging on Capitol Hill to block proposed pro-labor reforms.

While Professing BLM Support, Wall Street Banks Reject Racial Equity Audits

While Professing BLM Support, Wall Street Banks Reject Racial Equity Audits

May 17, 2021

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon is urging shareholders to vote against a proposed review of the impact of bank policies and practices on racial inequality.

U.S. Trade Policy Has Failed Black and Latinx Workers

U.S. Trade Policy Has Failed Black and Latinx Workers

Mar 1, 2021

Mainstream narratives on trade suggest white workers from the Midwest suffer most from U.S. trade policies. Evidence shows that’s not true.

Danny Glover: Why I’m in Alabama with Amazon Workers

Danny Glover: Why I’m in Alabama with Amazon Workers

Feb 23, 2021

The Hollywood actor is mobilizing support for warehouse workers who are making their mark on the long history of southern organizing.

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