A new Capital & Main series explores rising labor unrest in a nation of extreme disparities.
Dissatisfaction with the president’s climate agenda and cynicism over politics in general may erode millennial and Gen-Z support.
As resort owners rake in record profits, organizers are trying to unionize ski patrollers across the West — and they’re winning.
Contrary to common beliefs, many Californians in low-wage jobs are in the later stages of their work lives. They also play a crucial role in taking care of the state’s aging population.
As legal efforts fall short, residents are pursuing a novel strategy to halt the building of export terminals on unspoiled wetlands: Lobby Europeans to reject gas from the U.S.
Advocates say outreach is needed to ensure deportation fears do not stop immigrants from applying.
Though factory farming is a small part of bank financing, it leaves an outsized carbon footprint.
A tight labor market and local minimum wages that are already close to the new $20 minimum are among the reasons.
Studies have repeatedly shown wage increases bring few job cuts and boost local economies.
Convicted for two killings he didn’t commit, Vasquez hopes legal reforms will lead to his freedom after 18 years behind bars.
While Biden’s billionaire tax fails to gain traction, states are taking the lead on wealth taxes.
