Instead of improving working conditions and paying drivers a living wage, Uber and Lyft announced they will spend tens of millions of dollars to lead a political campaign to undermine the Dynamex decision and strip those same drivers of basic protections on the job. This announcement lays bare the real motivation of multi-billion dollar gig companies. They […]
Read MoreGov. Newsom Offers Bold Budget Proposal Addressing California’s Most Pressing Needs
California Unions Look Forward to Partnering with Governor and Legislature to Protect Workers, Build an Economy That Works for All Gov. Gavin Newsom pledged to be bold in tackling some of California’s most enduring challenges, and with his first budget proposal he’s signaled that his administration is poised to deliver on that promise. The […]
Read MoreCalifornia’s Drug Transparency Law Providing Major Benefits to Working People
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 10, 2018 Contact: Steve Smith 510-326-4644 ssmith@calaborfed.org Statement by California Labor Federation Executive Secretary-Treasurer Art Pulaski Today’s news that large drug companies are cancelling price hikes that would further gouge Californians is proof positive that our state’s landmark drug transparency law is working. SB 17 was a top priority for California’s […]
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