Tag: strike
Mar. 11, 2024
Drexel University resident assistants file petition to unionize
Resident assistants at Drexel University announced their intent to unionize in a petition submitted to Drexel President John Fry on March 11. 80 percent of…
Oct. 6, 2023
Writers Guild of America reaches agreement
After a months-long stalemate, The Writers Guild of America (WGA) has officially ended its 148-day strike. The strike began May 2 and ended Sept. 27…
Feb. 14, 2023
TUGSA strikers deserve a living wage
In November of 2022 the Temple University Graduate Students’ Association authorized a strike for the first time in their 26-year history. Citing poor average pay,…
May. 1, 2020
Philadelphia Tenants Union, others prepare for nationwide rent strike
Over the past couple of news cycles, reports of right-wing lockdown protests have dominated headlines as these gatherings gain national attention and a fair share…
Apr. 27, 2018
Teachers are fighting for a better future
Teaching is one of the most valuable, yet one of the least appreciated occupations in this country. With stagnant wages and increasing health premiums, being…
Oct. 17, 2016
SEPTA workers vote to strike if new contract isn’t reached by month’s end
The union representing SEPTA workers voted overwhelmingly Oct. 16 to strike if a new contract is not reached by Oct. 31 — the date on which…
