TED Talks
TED: How labor unions shape society | Margaret Levi
The weekend. Social Security. Health insurance. What do these things have in common? They all exist thanks to the advocacy of labor unions. Political economist Margaret Levi explains how these organizations forge equality and protect...
Curated Video
Germany Labor Laws
New ReviewIn this video, you’ll learn about German labor laws. Discover more about the rights of employees, the role of trade unions, and the expectations of employers in Germany—important information for anyone living in the country or doing...
PBS
Unions Are Trending...and Ending?
New ReviewUnions seem to be having a bit of a moment. You may have heard about the successes of organizers at Amazon warehouses or Starbucks coffee shops–places that historically have been very difficult to unionize. President Joe Biden has...
Makematic
Workers in the Age of Industry
In the summer of 1892, steelworkers in Homestead, Pennsylvania went on strike after plans to cut pay were announced. The violence that followed was a pivotal moment in the struggle for workers’ rights in the United States.
Makematic
Labor Day
Have you ever wondered who built all the buildings, roads, and bridges? They were all built by people - we call them workers. Once a year, we celebrate these workers on Labor Day.
Curated Video
Our Economic System
Dr. Forrester describes the manner with which the economy of the colonies was established and how our country’s economy grew. She talks about the growth of corporations, the rise of labor unions, and the importance of the banking system...
Mr. Beat
Why You Can Buy The Next President | Citizens United v. FEC
In episode 10 of Supreme Court Briefs, a corporation argues it has the right to spend as much money as it wants on a political campaign because of the First Amendment.
Curated Video
Some GM workers struggling as strike wears on
Scott Budy put money into a rainy day fund, so he would be in good financial shape should the strike against General Motors linger.
Mr. Beat
A Brief history of the American Mafia
Mr. Beat gives a brief history of the American Mafia, also known as La Cosa Nostra, or simply The Mob. One book used for the research of this video was Gotti's Rules, by George Anastasia.
Hip Hughes History
The Election of 1924 Explained
Stay cool with Coolidge as we look at the candidates, issues and campaign of 1924 without making you want to take a nap.
Professor Dave Explains
Corporations and Labor Organizations
What is a corporation, exactly? Why would someone form one? What are stocks? What types of corporations can there be? We have to talk about workers as well. How do the employees of a corporation ensure that they are treated fairly? What...
PBS
How Did Martin Luther King Jr. Get a Holiday?
Did you know Martin Luther King Jr Day wasn't celebrated in all 50 states until 2000? And that in order to create the holiday honoring the civil rights leader we needed help from Stevie Wonder and the National Football League. Why was...
Curated Video
California Raises Minimum Wage for Fast Food Workers
California Raises Minimum Wage for Fast Food Workers
Curated Video
Myanmar military warns of ‘action’ as protests grow
Thousands take to streets across Myanmar for third day as activists urge workers to stage a general strike and ‘tear down military dictatorship’.
Curated Video
US federal workers buyout temporarily blocked
US federal workers' buyout program has been temporarily blocked by a court ruling. The decision halts plans to offer voluntary buyouts amid ongoing budget concerns.
Bloomberg
Dockworkers, Employers Face Off Ahead of January 15 Deadline
The US dockworkers' union and employers are set to resume contract talks on January 7 to avoid a strike that would shut down major ports on the US East and Gulf coasts. Brendan Murray has the latest on "Bloomberg Open Interest."
Bloomberg
US Dockworkers, Port Employers Talks Set to Restart Next Week
Facing a mid-January deadline to reach a deal, leaders from a US dockworkers' union and the group that represents their employers are set to resume contract talks on Jan. 7 as the threat of a strike looms. Brendan Murray reports on...
Bloomberg
GM Reaches Tentative Agreement With Its Canadian Union
General Motors reached a tentative agreement with its Canadian union, ending a strike that had halted work at three plants in Ontario about 13 hours after it began. Keith Naughton has more on "Bloomberg Markets."
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Bloomberg
Automotive Breakdown
Negotiations are still ongoing between the UAW and automakers after an expansion in the strike and tensions are on the rise.
Bloomberg
El-Erian Says UAW Strike Is 'Here to Stay for a While'
Mohamed El-Erian, a Bloomberg Opinion columnist, comments on the UAW strike during an interview with Jonathan Ferro on "Bloomberg The Open." El-Erian's opinions are his own.
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Bloomberg
NJ Transit Union Votes to Strike
New Jersey Transit's locomotive engineers voted Thursday to authorize a strike after years of contract negotiations stalled, but any potential work stoppage or disruption to services is likely months away as mediation plays out. Skylar...
Bloomberg
Top Calls: Union Strike Looms for Automakers
David Whiston, Morningstar Research US Autos Equity Analyst joins Romaine Bostick and Katie Greifeld to discuss the big movers on the back of analyst recommendations on Bloomberg Markets: The Close.
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Curated Video
May Day protesters demand better workplace safety and death penalty for owner of collapsed factory
1. Wide of protesters on streets of Dhaka
2. Various of protesters chanting
3. Mid protesters and placard showing victims of building collapse
4. Protester with placard reading: (English) Female workers are the Heart of Garments...
Curated Video
Labor unions call for strike and march to protest government layoffs
1. Protesters dancing on street
2. Protesters chanting: (Spanish) "workers, students, united we shall overcome"
3. Protesters marching and chanting
4. Close of marcher with sign reading: (Spanish) "Puerto Rico Shout!!"
5. Protesters in...