Electric Bus Makers Pave the Way to Union Jobs for Disadvantaged Workers
The program at Proterra is the fruit of a community benefit agreement (CBA) between the company, United Steelworkers Local 675 and the Jobs to Move America
Pace piggybacks on Georgia e-bus order, approves Homewood facility upgrade funding
Marcos Feldman, senior researcher for Jobs to Move America, argued that, in the interest of ensuring job opportunities and economic benefits for marginalized communities, Pace should bid the project out.
This Earth Day, Let’s Invest in Workers
Today is Earth Day, and this year’s theme is “invest in our planet.” This call is more urgent than ever—the latest report from the group of scientists considered the international experts on climate change warns the moment is “now
Warehouse Workers for Justice Report Uplifts Need for Good Jobs and Clean Air in Joliet
This week, Warehouse Workers for Justice released its new report “For Good Jobs & Clean Air: How a Just Transition to Zero Emission Vehicles Can Transform Warehousing,” which details the impact of the booming warehouse and logistics industry on Will
Worker Story: Armando Acosta
Armando Acosta was born and raised in East LA in a poor family of 12 brothers, some of whom are currently incarcerated. He played professional softball for 15 years, but struggles with addiction that lead him to completely change his
Worker Story: Daniel Cervantes
For Daniel Cervantes, being a role model for his three kids was important. And for years, he modeled hard work by leaving the house at 4 a.m. and coming back at around 8 p.m. Opportunities were scarce in Lancaster, so
U.S. School Buses May Never Be The Same Thanks to Biden’s Infrastructure Plan
The article highlights JMA’s work with allies Chispa and Sierra Club in advocating for electric school buses as well as putting a spotlight on UAW members at school bus factories in North Carolina and Oklahoma.
The facts about New Flyer
The Facts About New Flyer of America Inc., North America’s Largest Bus Manufacturer
Winnipeg bus manufacturer New Flyer accused of discriminatory practices in U.S. plants
Group took out newspaper ad accusing company of racism against Black, Latino employees