News + Updates
Another Deadly Trade Deal? To get involved click here.
Check out this fake, funny video
of a television reporter
covering a drive-by shooting in the City of Roses. He gradually learns that it has
something to do with the latest Bush administration trade deal -- and
that The Environment, Family Wage Jobs, Food Safety and more are now
all under attack.
MESD settlement is not quite all settled
Confusion continues to surround the end of the Local 1995 strike at the Multnomah Education Service District, and it could take legal action to clear up remaining problems.
Cathy Mincberg, MESD, and Blumenauer top Grinch election!
Over 150 people crowded into the JwJ Holiday Party at the Peace House to
celebrate the season, learn about all seven nominees and cast their
ballots for Grinch of the Year.
Cathy Mincberg, Portland Public Schools COO won the coveted award for her slash and burn approach to dealing with the district's nutrition workers and custodians.
Agreement reached-strike is over at MESD
The Local 1995 Bargaining Team received a standing ovation when it marched into an overflowing conference room at the Portland AFSCME office late morning on Dec. 15.
This week over 70 members attend their first stewards training bringing great new leadership and energy into the union.
Open Letter From SEIU 503 Members at Rosemont Treatment Center
Workers at Rosemont Treatment Center vote to form a union!
