A growing movement of workers and labor organizations around the country is calling for the adoption of “just cause” laws to prohibit terminations without warning.
Occupational segregation in the United States is a result of the systemic and structural racism embedded into the economy that marginalizes people of color.
On February 22, 2024, Amy Traub testified before the Connecticut General Assembly in favor of H.B. 5164 which would extend unemployment benefits to striking workers.
On January 23, 2024, Yannet Lathrop testified before the Missouri House Committee on Elections and Elected Officials against HB 1749, HJR 72, and HJR 102.
The best opportunities to advance a pro-worker agenda are at the state and local level. This agenda provides a roadmap to a Good Jobs Economy for local governments.
The report shows that unjust and abrupt firings are widespread in New York City and identifies several key measures that would establish just cause policy.
