Occupational segregation in the United States is a result of the systemic and structural racism embedded into the economy that marginalizes people of color.
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.
This report describes the experience of workers and advocates who fought for stronger paid sick leave or minimum wage laws, only to be met with preemption threats.