LSER Experts In the News

The Nation publishes a review of the book, “We Are the Union: How Worker-to-Worker Organizing Is Revitalizing Labor and Winning Big” by Eric Blanc.

Jacobin runs an article by Eric Blanc about criticism of New York City’s mayor-elect, arguing that it’s better to champion ideas than to tear down those who fall short.

The Philadelphia Inquirer reports workers at Rogers Behavioral Health in West Philly have voted to form a union. Rebecca Kolins Givan is quoted.

Bloomberg runs a column about a Campbell's executive who insulted the company’s products and customers in an undercover recording. Daniel Sidorick is quoted.

The Philadelphia Inquirer writes about the union-busting allegations against a Philly-based steakhouse owner, quoting James M. Cooney.

The Philadelphia Inquirer reports the union representing Whole Foods workers in the city is still negotiating its first contract. Francis Ryan adds historical perspective.

The Conversation publishes an article by Yana Rodgers about former U.S. Treasury Secretary Larry Summers’ ties to Jeffrey Epstein, widening to the issue of gender inequity in economics.

Law360 reports hundreds of workers at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City are seeking to join a union, quoting Rebecca Kolins Givan.

Reuters reports baristas at 65 Starbucks stores nationwide are on strike. Christopher Hayes says, “The best recourse is for Starbucks to bargain in good faith.”

Jacobin publishes an article by Eric Blanc, who argues that “most top union leaders are failing to meet the moment” in today’s political climate.