The most popular programs for the Labor Unions Tag http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?topic=235 en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Thu, 20 Jun 2013 09:53:13 GMT President Obama spoke to union workers on Labor Day at Laborfest in Milwaukee. He announced a long-term jobs program that would exceed $50 billion to rebuild roads, railways and runways. He also criticized Republicans for causing hard economic times. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295325-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295325-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker (R) and Vermont Governor Peter Shumlin (D) testified on the fiscal status of their states. Governor Walker defended his efforts to strip public employee unions of most collective bargaining rights, while Governor Shumlin said he was able to win concessions from state unions without ending collective bargaining. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299032-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299032-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT President Obama appeared at a Labor Day rally in Toledo, Ohio, on the eve of Democratic National Convention. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307923-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307923-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Lily Eskelsen talked about the effects of budgetary cutbacks on teachers and students as well as the impact of union negotiations on the education system. She responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. C-SPAN Radio's Nancy Calo read news headlines at the end of the program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298366-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298366-5 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT President Obama visited Detroit to celebrate Labor Day with workers and their families and to discuss his bipartisan efforts to create jobs and strengthen the economy. Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis accompanied the president on the trip. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301360-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301360-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Current and former Major League Baseball players testified about the use of steroids in professional baseball and other sports. Among the issues they addressed were several recent allegations of steroid use by players to enhance performance, their personal observations of steroid use in the industry, contract negotiations between players and owners over the implementation of stricter testing, and the impact of steroid use on public perceptions of the game and on youth attitudes toward steroid use. The committee called the hearings in response to Mr. Canseco's book, [Juiced], in which he admitted to using steroids to enhance performance and made allegations that other players were actively engaging in the practice. Prior to the hearings Mr. Canseco had sought immunity and had suggested that he would invoke his Fifth Amendment rights if forced to testify. He did not invoke those rights at the hearing. Other players testifying denied using steroids. On August 1, 2005 Mr. Palmeiro received a ten day suspension from baseball after testing positive for steroid use. In this hearing he denied ever using steroids or performance enhancing drugs. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/185904-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/185904-2 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT President Obama spoke at the Daimler Detroit Diesel Plant in Redford, Michigan, about the importance of a strong middle class, and called on Congress to sign legislation to avoid the "fiscal cliff." In his speech he said he wanted a tax code that rewarded companies for creating jobs, pointing to Daimler's $120 million investment that was to create 115 new jobs. He also criticized Michigan's just-passed "right to work" legislation: "These so-called right to work laws, they don't have anything to do with economics. They have everything to do with politics. What they're really talking about is, giving you the right to work for less money." "Fiscal cliff" referred to impending tax increases and budget cuts at the end of 2012 if Congress failed to reach a new budget agreement. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309864-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309864-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Amy Dean spoke about her book [A New New Deal: How Regional Activism Will Reshape the American Labor Movement] which looks at the American labor movement, and the efforts to revitalize activism and organized labor. She also responded to telephone calls and electronic communication. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288756-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288756-5 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Georgetown's Kalmanovitz Initiative for Labor and the Working Poor, in association with Dissent, The Nation, and The American Prospect, hosted a forum about national politics, progressives and the labor movement. Panelists talked about how the labor movement can grow and engage with a progressive movement and building of a broader progressive movement. This program contains strong language that may not be appropriate for all viewers. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292869-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292869-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Richard Trumka talked about the U.S. labor movement agenda and recent union activity in states such as Wisconsin, Ohio, and Indiana. He also discussed the 2012 elections, federal budget issues, and the state of the U.S. economy. Following prepared remarks he responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299628-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299628-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Jefferson Cowie, associate history professor at Cornell University, examines working class America during the 1970s. The author posits that the American working class and unionized labor were a great focus of American politics and of cultural relevance at the the start of the decade, only to essentially disappear ten years later. Mr. Cowie documents the working class throughout the decade, from the White House's relationship with the labor movement to the portrayal of the working class in films such as Saturday Night Fever, television shows such as All in the Family, and music such as by Merle Haggard and Bruce Springsteen. Jefferson Cowie discussed his book at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295860-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295860-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Joseph McCartin, associate history professor at Georgetown University, recounted the call for an illegal strike by the Professional Air Traffic Controllers Organization (PATCO) in August 1981 and the subsequent firing of the strikers by President Ronald Reagan. The author recalled the lead-up to the strike for the workers, which included an over-twenty-year fissure with labor management, the union's initial endorsement of President Reagan, and how the outcome of the strike affected public sector unions in the ensuing years. Joseph McCartin responded to questions from members of the audience at the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum in Atlanta. The event was co-sponsored by the Georgia State University Library, which holds records from PATCO in its Southern Labor Archives. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302421-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302421-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT David Bego, president and CEO of Executive Management Services (EMS), a workplace maintenance company that employs 5,000 people, talked about his book, [The Devil at Our Doorstep], in which he discusses the power of unions in the United States. He also talked about his contentious relationship with the Service Employees International Union going back to 2006. During this event, hosted by the Heritage Foundation in Washington, DC, Mr. Bego was joined by Diana Furchtgott-Roth of the Manhattan Institute and Russ Brown of the Labor Relations Institute. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311154-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311154-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified about the automobile industry bailout and an agreement between General Motors, Delphi, and workers unions over pensions. They were questioned pointedly about their refusal to fully cooperate with an investigation into the agreement, and Ron Bloom was required to remain for further questioning. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306976-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306976-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT The C-SPAN School Bus visited the home of labor union leader Eugene V. Debs (1855-1926) in Terre Haute, Indiana. Standing in front of the building, curators of the museum talked about his political career, which included running for president five times as the candidate for the Socialist Party of America. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/52270-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/52270-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka talked about the U.S. economy and jobs, their impact on the 2010 midterm election campaigns, and the labor movement's role in 2010 elections. On Friday, August 6, 2010, the Labor Department announced that the U.S. unemployment rate stayed at 9.5 percent in July and fewer jobs were created than were expected. Labor unions have been more selective with endorsements and campaign contributions this cycle, working against some candidates who have not actively supported their legislative priorities. After the interview, the reporters discussed Mr. Trumka's responses with the host. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294967-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294967-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Mary Kay Henry, President of SEIU, Mary Kay Henry talks about being at the White House for meetings that President Obama held over three days with labor and progressive groups, business leaders and members of Congress about the "fiscal cliff." "Fiscal Cliff" refers to the impending tax increases and budget cuts at the end of 2012 if congress fails to reach a budget agreement. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309553-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309553-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT President Obama spoke to governers at the White House and said he would consider allowing states to present alternative plans to the 2010 health care law by 2014 rather than the original date of 2017. He also defended the health care law, the economic stimulus plan, and the rights of public employee unions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298232-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298232-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Labor journalist Steve Early examines the current organizing strategies and structures of many labor unions in the United States. He also reports on the internal conflicts that marked the labor movement from 2008 to 2010 that according to the author hurt union reputations and angered supporters. Steve Early discussed his book at Busboys & Poets in Washington, D.C., @ 5th & K on Tuesday, March 8, 2011. He responded to questions from members of the audience. This event was cosponsored by [Labor Notes], [WorkingUSA], [Monthly Review], and Haymarket Press. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298741-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298741-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT [City Journal] senior editor Steven Malanga argues that public sector unions and government financed community activists - President Obama's main constituents - are bankrupting the country by pushing big government solutions to our economic problems. He spoke at an event hosted by the Manhattan Institute at the Harvard Club in New York City. He responded to questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295810-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295810-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Mallory Factor talked about the power of government employee unions and impact they have had on policy-making. He responded to questions from members of the audience in the Heritage Foundation's Lehrman Auditorium. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307517-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307517-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT On Labor Day President Bush spoke in Richfield, Ohio to members of the International Union of Operating Engineers. He talked about the economy, the war on terror in Iraq, the September 11 attacks and his tax cut. He emphasized the need to create more jobs now that the recession is ended. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177971-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177971-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Philip Dray presents a history of organized labor in America. The author recalls the first unions started in the textile mills of Lowell, Massachusetts, the rise of organized labor, and the role unions played in changing the political and social landscape of the 20th century, from improvements in working conditions to the establishment of the eight-hour workday. Mr. Dray also examines the reasons for the diminished size of union membership today. Philip Dray discussed his book at the Tenement Museum in New York City. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295711-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295711-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Stephen Moore and Thea Lee debated the merits of public sector unions. In a mock trial, Ms. Lee, assisted by Professor Shoemaker, defended against a charge that public service employee unions have harmed the country. Mr. Moore prosecuted. They made opening and closing statements and examined witnesses. The jury found against Ms. Lee in a split decision. Jeffrey Verdon presided. Stephen Moore is the co-author of [Return to Prosperity]. Thea Lee is the co-author of [The Field Guide to the Global Economy]. "Public Unions: Good or Bad for America?" was "The Big Debate" held at FreedomFest, a libertarian conference held annually at Bally's in Las Vegas. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300700-7 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300700-7 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Polish union leader Lech Walesa addressed a joint meeting of the U.S. Congress. He talked about the history of freedom and peace in Poland and relations with Soviet Russia. Walesa was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1983. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/9914-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/9914-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Current news events and political issues were examined through reviews of the morning newspapers; interviews with journalists, newsmakers and legislators; and viewer telephone calls, faxes and electronic mail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/77242-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/77242-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Patrick Forrey talked about the reauthorization of the Federal Aviation Administration. The Senate this week is expected to vote on a four-year reauthorization. Among the items in the authorization bill is a proposal to change the way air traffic controllers negotiate labor issues with the agency. Mr. Forrey talked about the bill, the labor proposal, and recent news involving air traffic controller performance. He responded to telephone calls and electronic mail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204789-6 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204789-6 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Richard Trumka talked about the role jobs and labor unions will play in the 2012 presidential election. Topics included unemployment statistics for April 2012, President Obama's relationship with labor, and the AFL-CIO's political action committee and agenda for the next administration. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305848-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305848-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT A panel discussion was held on the historical impact of the 1935 Social Security Act and the National Labor Relations Act on American life and society, as well as the current state of Social Security and labor relations and what could be expected in the future. Alan Chartock moderated. "The Social Security Act and the National Labor Relations Board" was part of the series of public forums, "1935 and the Enduring New Deal," held in honor of the 75th anniversary of the enactment of the Social Security Act and National Labor Relations Act at the FDR Presidential Library, co-sponsored by the Roosevelt Institute. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295664-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295664-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Labor leaders spoke about the future of labor unions in the U.S. and recent efforts by several Republican governors and state legislatures to curtail the collective bargaining power of public employees unions. They also responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298902-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298902-2 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Randi Weingarten discussed the priorities of labor unions as negotiations began on averting the fiscal cliff." She also discussed American Federation of Teachers' education agenda heading into 2013. Topics included the potential effects of tax increases and budgets cuts on teachers, education reform prospects during the Obama administration's second term, and the impact of the 2012 elections. "Fiscal Cliff" refers to the impending tax increases and budget cuts at the end of 2012 if Congress failed to reach a budget agreement. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309561-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309561-4 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Executive Directors for professional football and basketball players' labor unions talked about collective bargaining rights in sports. National Basketball Players Association director Billy Hunter said that if he had to bet on it, he would wager that the NBA lockout would cost the league the entire 2011-12 season. The NBA locked out its players on July 1st after a recent labor deal expired and then filed a claim against the National Basketball Players Union for unfair labor practices. The NFL had ended a lockout by agreeing to a 10-year deal though collective bargaining ending disputes over splitting revenue and players' rights. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300888-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300888-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT The House Rules Committee met to consider rules for floor debate on pending legislation. The first bill was Speaker Boehner's deficit reduction and debt ceiling package. The second measure would prohibit the National Labor Relations Board from seeking to shut down or relocate businesses. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300723-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300723-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT President Obama spoke at a Labor Day picnic hosted by the ALF-CIO in Cincinnati, Ohio. He said that benefits like paid leave, minimum wage and Social Security "all bear the union label," and urged unions to use their voice to support health care reform efforts in Congress. He also talked about the state of the economy saying "our recovery plan is working," but that he would not be satisfied until jobs were much more plentiful. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288757-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288757-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Richard Trumka talked about major domestic legislative initiatives and labor issues. In his remarks he criticized pending health care reform legislation, saying that financing provisions to tax some health care insurance plans would hurt working families. He also spoke about other issues, including a jobs bill, card check, international trade, and unionization. Following his remarks, he responded to questions submitted by members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291173-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291173-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Rebecca Heimlich talked about Americans for Prosperity's efforts in Ohio to pass Senate Bill 5, which would end collective bargaining rights for public employee unions in the state. She also discussed the fiscal condition of Ohio and responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. C-SPAN Radio's Nancy Calo read news headlines at the end of the program. Ms. Heimlich participated from Columbus, Ohio. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298151-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298151-5 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Richard Trumka argued that America did not have a deficit crisis but a jobs crisis. He urged Congress to pass the president's jobs bill, and said the proposal was an important first step to getting more Americans back in the work force. He also advocated further measures to create jobs, such as measures to combat currency manipulation and reduce the foreclosure rate. He answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301832-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301832-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Thea Lee talked about the practice of companies moving U.S. jobs overseas for cheaper labor, and she responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. The AFL-CIO has recently started a searchable database that tracks companies sending jobs overseas by zip code. A clip was shown of a "Washington Journal" appearance by former Secretary of Defense William Cohen in which he argued that the outsourcing of jobs overseas can create more jobs in the U.S. C-SPAN Radio's Nancy Calo read news headlines at the end of the program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296499-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296499-3 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Mary Spicuzza spoke by phone about ongoing protests in Wisconsin over Governor Scott Walker's budget proposal that would end almost all collective bargaining rights for most public employees. Senate Democratic members left the state in order to prevent a quorum for a vote on the proposal and shave vowed not to return until the governor agrees to a compromise with employees. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298151-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298151-3 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Mary Kay Henry talked about the work and future of labor unions, the role of the Service Employees International Union in 2012 elections, and union member support for President Obama. She also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300087-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300087-4 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT James Hoffa talked about labor issues and the 2012 elections, and the government's role in advancing the U.S. workforce. He said that labor was under attack and the the 2012 elections wouldl decide the fate of workforce and social issues. He said that the tea party movement had released a "tidal wave of attacks" that extend beyond "Mitt Romney versus Barack Obama." After his speech he answered written questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308142-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308142-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Lee Saunders talked about his plans for the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees. He also discussed the 2012 presidential election and other related issues. Following the interview journalists commented on his remarks. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306924-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306924-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Michael Weiner talked about the future of collective bargaining for baseball players as well as other professions. He asserted that collective bargaining has been used in the recent past as a way to blame unions for the struggling economic climate, and that legislative acts to strip workers of rights will not help the economy. In his remarks he said that collective bargaining "is the only realistic leverage" workers have and that it "allows them a voice." Following his speech he answered written questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305388-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305388-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee held a confirmation hearing on the nomination of John Pistole to be assistant secretary of Homeland Security and Administrator, Transportation Security Administration (TSA). A major focus of the hearing was on potential unionization of airport security screeners. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293997-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293997-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT At the AFL-CIO's annual Labor Day event, Richard Trumka outlined a plan for increasing employment and he labor group's plans to influence the political process. In his remarks he said that the U.S. has a short-term jobs crisis rather than a short-term debt crisis. Following Mr. Trumka, a panel of AFL-CIO officers and union members discussed jobs, the economy, and voter identification legislation. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301312-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301312-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Michael LeRoy talked from Urbana, Illinois, about negotiations between the National Football League owners and the players union. He also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298352-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298352-4 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Union leaders and state politicians participated in a rally in favor of national immigration reform and spoke about workers and immigrants' rights. They also protested Arizona's new law governing law enforcement and detention of suspected immigrants. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293286-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293286-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Civil rights and labor leaders spoke about the work and legacy of Martin Luther King in regard to civil and labor rights. This program was part of a a symposium focusing on jobs, social justice, and Martin Luther King Jr's vision of the American dream. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301236-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301236-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Scot Ross talked about the ongoing legislative battle between the governor of Wisconsin and state Democrats on the budget, and he responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. Part of Governor Scott Walker's budget includes a proposal that would end almost all collective bargaining rights for most public employees. Mr. Ross participated from Madison, Wisconsin. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298194-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298194-5 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Union leaders participated in a forum on jobs and labor issues. Among the topics addressed were collective bargaining, the state of the economy, and job creation. Labor Secretary Hilda Solis then talked about the Obama administration's plan for creating jobs and stimulating the economy. After her remarks, the panelists returned to answer questions from audience members. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305413-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305413-1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT