Tag: union
Jun. 6, 2025
Our two cents: The penny will be discontinued
If I had a cent for every penny produced, I would have no source of income by next year. Ever since the US Mint opened…

May. 16, 2025
Bernie Sanders speaks to crowd at Philly Workers’ Day labor rally
Philadelphia labor unions celebrated International Workers’ Day on Friday, May 1, with a pro-labor “For the Workers, Not the Billionaires May Day Rally” at City…

Dec. 6, 2024
Agreement between SEPTA and unions prevents strike
Amidst conversations in early November about looming Southeastern Pennsylvania Transit Authority worker strikes that would halt services and hinder travelers’ transportation plans, several Philadelphia transit…

Nov. 1, 2024
Update: Drexel RA Union’s bargaining progress
With the Resident Assistant Union set to enter its fourth month of bargaining with Drexel University administrators, progress on its first contract has been slow,…

Jun. 7, 2024
Is a 14-year-old ready for Major League Soccer?
Hair bleached, a shiny chain around the neck and a big smile on his face: He became the face of the Philadelphia Union when the…

Jun. 7, 2024
Former Drexel captain dreams of MLS career
The night of April 15 will be one of the most memorable in the life of Kyle Tucker. After a foul just outside the 18-yard…

Apr. 12, 2024
Drexel RAs overwhelmingly vote to form union with 63-4 result
After gathering 617 signatures in support of a petition to unionize, Drexel University resident assistants overwhelmingly voted 63-4 (94% in favor) on Thursday, April 11…

Mar. 15, 2024
Drexel should voluntarily recognize the RA union
On Monday, March 11, The Triangle reported that resident assistants at Drexel University announced an official petition to form a union. This is the first…

Mar. 15, 2024
Weather chaos in Chester: Phila. Union game postponed
Raul Riadauz was on his way to score on Philadelphia Union goalkeeper Andre Blake. 11 yards in front of goal he forgot the ball while…

Mar. 11, 2024
Drexel University resident assistants file petition to unionize
Resident assistants at Drexel University announced their intent to unionize in a petition submitted to Drexel President John Fry on March 11. 80 percent of…
