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Go union-made for the Big Game

American flag waving in breezeWith the Super Bowl nearly upon us, it’s time to start thinking about all the fun foods we might indulge in at Super Bowl parties. Everything from chips and dip to hotdogs and beer, Americans love having a good time while watching the Big Game.This year, consider buying union-made products - it's easier than you may think!

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'Kitchen Ethical': an insider's look at the plight of restaurant workers

You are invitedFar too many workers in the restaurant industry suffer from wage theft abuses, lack of paid sick days, and the paltry tipped minimum wage, which hasn’t changed in more than two decades. What happens behind the scenes at dining institutions across the nation, where employees work in conditions that would horrify many restaurant patrons? Join us at 'Kitchen Ethical' on January 16.

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Dozen states, cities ringing in New Year with minimum wage increases

With the turning of the calendar to 2013, ten states and two large cities have increased their minimum wage for low-wage workers. Is your city or state one of them?

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