A Journal of Ideas

Unions

Here-and-Now Unionism

The public sector is the forgotten flank of the labor movement—and its largest opportunity for growth.

By Jake Rosenfeld

A Solidarity Net, Not a Safety Net

A solidarity net would represent a shift in how presidential administrations approach social programs.

By Alexander Hertel-Fernandez

Labor Gains

A look inside the resurgent labor movement, from the inspiring moments to the mundane work that must be done every day.

By Liza Featherstone

The NLRA Under Attack

The historic labor act faces unprecedented assaults in the Trump era. Here’s what that means for our democracy.

By Sharon Block Seema Nanda Raj Nayak

Jobs Are Good. Good Jobs Are Better.

The trick is creating quality jobs. And that is harder than it looks.

By David Madland