Union of Souther Service Workers

‘A change is gonna come’ in the South

In this Q&A, Union of Southern Service Workers member Mama Cookie discusses the uphill battle of fighting for labor rights and protections in North Carolina

24 Aug 2023

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11 Min

By: Tina Vásquez

South Carolina Dollar General workers strike over wage theft and dangerous working conditions

Store employees report enduring hazardous conditions such as mold growth, spilled chemicals, blocked fire exits, and sweltering heat during the summer

02 Feb 2023

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4 Min

By: Alexandra Martinez

The South has a new union—and workers have Black women to thank

Black women nearing retirement age who work in the fast food and home care industries have helped pave the way for the Union of Southern Service Workers

12 Jan 2023

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10 Min

By: Tina Vásquez

Union of Souther Service Workers

‘A change is gonna come’ in the South

South Carolina Dollar General workers strike over wage theft and dangerous working conditions

The South has a new union—and workers have Black women to thank

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