Political censorship by Facebook threat to working class

Vol. 83/No. 20 - May 20, 2019

In the latest moves by liberals and the middle-class left to curb free speech in the name of “political correctness,” Facebook bosses announced May 2 they are permanently banning “dangerous individuals and organizations” from their social media sites, including Instagram.…



School workers in Carolinas rally for pay raise, better conditions

Vol. 83/No. 20 - May 20, 2019

RALEIGH, N.C. — Thousands of public school teachers and their supporters — among them school bus drivers, cafeteria workers, teachers’ aides, students and parents — marched here May 1 for the second year in a row to demand increased funding…


New Florida law restricts ex-felons voting rights victory

Vol. 83/No. 20 - May 20, 2019

MIAMI — In a blow to the rights of working people, the Florida legislature adopted a bill May 3 that would undermine the victory won last November when over 64% voted to grant most ex-felons the right to vote. Amendment…