Working Washington statement of solidarity with Black Lives Matter movement
As working people, we understand that racism is a serious, systemic problem — one that we must work together to address in our communities, our workplaces, and beyond. And we echo the truth of the call that “Black Lives Matter.
Read MoreLast week low-wage workers met with legislators about wages, paid sick & safe time, and other issues that affect their lives.
Renee Erickson is opening two new restaurants in the city. She told the Seattle Times: "I’m totally on board with the $15 min. It’s the right thing to do."
Fast food workers win in court; $15 law remains in full effect
The original article on Seattle restaurants "going dark" actually lists more restaurant openings than closings
The same article being sent around the crazysphere as proof that Seattle restaurants are closing... actually lists 5 openings and at most 4 closings.
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Third-degree burns. McDonald's treatment? MUSTARD.
$15 and workers’ rights for Olympia!
SeaTac and Seattle were just the beginning and now workers in Olympia have risen up for $15 and workers’ rights. Add your name in support!
Read MoreHow Toxic Is the Franchise Lobby's Anti-$15 Lawsuit?
Apparently, the legal action to block Seattle's $15 minimum wage from going into full effect is so unpopular and embarrassing that even extreme right-wing group ALEC is now trying to pretend they had nothing to do with it.
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