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Introduction to Weingarten Rights
There are many benefits to being in a union. We’ll discuss Weingarten Rights, when and how you can invoke them, and what a violation looks like. Learn about how the began, and what happens if they are violated.
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Critical Steps to Prepare for Arbitration
When a grievance cannot be resolved by direct conversations or through the grievance process, arbitration may be necessary. Before arriving at the arbitration hearing, thorough preparation can make the hearing…
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Union Nominations and Elections
Class Description: We’ll cover the basics of union nominations and elections and what your union needs to be in legal compliance. This workshop will help you assess your union’s process…
Read MoreCongratulations to our 2024 Cushing-Gavin Awardees!
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The Labor Guild has continuously provided labor education since 1953.
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Recent News & Resources
Setting the stage for the future of Capitalism.
April 2025 Disclaimer: These words are the author’s personal views and do not reflect the Labor Guild’s opinion. I began this project by wanting to teach other workers what I…
Read MoreThe Gilded Age, Then and Now
Disclaimer: These words are the author’s personal views and do not reflect the Labor Guild’s opinion. I think you have realized that my previous writings are pre-requisites and dovetails for…
Read MoreThe Growth of Corporation and its Effect on Labor
Disclaimer: These words are the author’s personal views and do not reflect the Labor Guild’s opinion. I’ve spoken about Guilds and Corporations, how they developed and how the two were…
Read MoreThe Development of Unions
Disclaimer: These words are the author’s personal views and do not reflect the Labor Guild’s opinion. I think it is important for every person that belongs to a union understand…
Read MoreCongratulations To This Year’s Honorary Cushing-Gavin Award Recipient: Paul McCarthy
Paul is a Union Organizational Specialist who works closely with union leaders to help solve organizational problems and build union power and effectiveness. He is a valued and seasoned bargaining…
Read MoreThe Flint sit-down strike 1936-1937
Disclaimer: These words are the author’s personal views and do not reflect the Labor Guild’s opinion. Not many people have heard of Fredrick Winslow Taylor (1856-1915). He was a mechanical…
Read MoreCongratulations To This Year’s Honorary Cushing-Gavin Award Recipient: Eileen Norton
Eileen served on the Executive Board of the Labor Guild for over 20 years. She has served as Past President and served as Recording secretary and is a Trustee of…
Read MoreCongratulations To This Year’s Management Award Recipient: Henry F. Vitale
Henry F. Vitale served as the Commission’s Chief Financial Officer and as Controller Treasurer of the Boston Water and Sewer Commission since March 1995. He was appointed Executive Director in…
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