US Labor Against the War
On May 15th, I travelled from Philadelphia to Detroit to speak at a fundraiser for US Labor Against the War (USLAW) sponsored by the Detroit Labor Committee for Peace and Justice. The funds raised were...
View ArticleSocial Security Questions
I received the following email from a fellow Union member just now. Unfortunately, I am at work and unable to spend the time necessary to properly respond to these "facts." Can anyone help me out? Oh,...
View ArticleHoeffel Surging in PA
I didn't see this in any recent diaries, so I apologize in advance if it's a repeat. Congressman Joe Hoeffel is surging in his bid to unseat Senator Arlen Specter in Pennsylvania! Specter, the...
View ArticleGinny Schrader Shows Some Balls!
My apologies if this has already been diaried. I really did check. It's not like you guys to miss something like this, so if I missed it in my search, feel free to hang me or whatever it is we do...
View ArticleFocus on Worker's Issues
Here it is, the last week before the most important election in my lifetime and I realize that I have lost my ability to think straight. Actually, this has been going on for some time now....
View ArticleLabor's Last Gasp or The Next Upsurge? (part one)
This two-part diary is partially inspired by ColdFusion04's excellent diary and Armando's front page posts here and here. I say "partially inspired" because it is also inspired by two months of...
View ArticleLabor's Last Gasp or The Next Upsurge? (part two)
This is the second part of a two-part diary that is partially inspired by ColdFusion04's excellent diary and Armando's front page posts here and here. I say "partially inspired" because it is also...
View ArticleResolution on Ending the War...
The Delaware County (PA) Democratic Party nominating convention is next Tuesday night in Media, PA. I have proposed a resolution to be considered at this meeting and thought I'd share it here in the...
View ArticleLetter From Iraq
I'm sure you'll all be shocked when you read this revealing letter from Iraq. It was written by Yanar Mohammed, a leader of the women's movement in Iraq called The Organisation of Women's Freedom in...
View ArticleProgressives In Iraq
The fate of progressives in Iraq is clearly demonstrated in the following article by David Bacon. The very group of people who may indeed be the only salvation for the people of Iraq are caught...
View ArticleThe Plight of the Iraqi Oil Workers
At this point, I believe we all realize that there is little chance of a "good" outcome in Iraq. For over a year now, I have been a member of US Labor Against the War. I was scheduled to travel to...
View ArticleUS Labor Against the War Appeals to AFL-CIO
This message was submitted today to the AFL-CIO for inclusion in the discussion on the future of the Federation. If you have not signed on yet, you may do so here.To: President Sweeney, Members of the...
View ArticleMarch 19 Rally in Fayettteville, NC
From NC Peace and Justice Coalition: Over the past three years, North Carolina has been home to one of the South's most vibrant anti-war movements. From the 8,000-person-strong demonstration in Raleigh...
View ArticlePhilly Kossacks -- MeetUp Tonight!
Philly for Change monthly MeetUp is tonight at Ludwig's Beer Garden -- 1315 Samson Street -- upstairs. Philly for Change (formerly Philly4Dean) is the Philadelphia DFA chapter. See the MeetUp...
View ArticleBush to Labor: You had your dance, now it's time to pay the band!
When I was a lad, my father had an expression that he only used when I was in serious, and I mean serious, trouble. "You had your dance, now it's time to pay the band." For some reason, that...
View ArticleWingnut Tancredo Calls for Bombing of Mecca
Nothing shocks me anymore.Congressman says bomb Mecca if US attacked WASHINGTON: A Republican congressman said in a radio interview aired by a Florida station that if a multiple-city attack happened in...
View ArticlePhilly Meet-Up Tonight with Joe Hoeffel
Philly for Change is holding it's monthly Meet-Up tonight at 7:00pm. Tonight's special guest is Joe Hoeffel! Join me, Joe and everyone else at The Blarney Stone for a few drinks and free munchies!...
View ArticleSavage Endorses Admiral Joe Sestak
On Wednesday, March 15th, I met for several hours with Admiral Joe Sestak. Admiral Sestak is running for Congress in the 7th Congressional District of Pennsylvania. Joe will be attending the Philly...
View ArticleACTION ALERT: Protest Curt Weldon (PA-07) TODAY!!!
Sorry for the late notice... I've had a hell of a morning!Curt Weldon(Unhinged-PA07) will be at the Ridley Township Municipal building today from 2PM - 5PM for the FAA hearings. The hearing will be at...
View ArticleRETREAT!!! Weldon (PA-07) Well Done
The R's are giving up on Ol' Able Danger!WASHINGTON - Signaling retreat, House Republicans are scaling back television advertising in three highly contested races, officials said Tuesday, including...
View ArticleSunni Council Issues Fatwa on Oil Law
As you are no doubt aware, the Bush (mis)administration has linked success in Iraq to the Hydrocarbon Law, aka the "Oil Law." The Iraqi people have consistently opposed this blantant robbery and...
View ArticleRedState Surrender Monkeys: "The War Is Over."
After reading dday's excellent recommended diary about the LA Times Fred Thompson article, I decided to meander over to the conservative blog community Republican corporate enterprise RedState to check...
View ArticleEdwards' HQ Target of Terrorism. Again.
John Edwards' campaign headquarters in Chapel Hill was the target of terrorists again Thursday. Authorities disarmed a suspicious package addressed to Democratic presidential candidate John Edwards...
View Article"Benchmark This!" A Kossack Guide to the Hydrocarbon Law
There have several diaries and/or front page posts here on "the" Daily Kos referencing the legalization of thievery that is known as the Hydrocarbon Law, which is also referred to as the "Iraqi Oil...
View ArticleMine Owner Lays Off 300 -- Blames Utah Guv
Robert Murray, owner of the Crandall Canyon mine, announced yesterday that he would lay off nearly 300 workers at another Utah mine "until (he) can make it safe."Finally! Mr. Murray has seen the...
View ArticleSteelworkers Endorse John Edwards for President
In an move that should surprise exactly... well... nobody, the United Steelworkers announced their endorsement of John Edwards for President today.more after the jump...
View ArticleIraqi Opposition to the Oil Law Intensifies
The opposition of the Iraqi people to the Hydrocarbon Law, also known as the Iraqi Oil Law, has been ratcheted up another notch today. The Iraqi Federation of Oil Unions joined with the Iraqi Anti-Oil...
View ArticleToday's Help Wanteds: Great Job w/ Benefits!
Attention Kossacks! Looking for work? Need a full-time gig for a few years with great pay and benefits? Can you speak Arabic? Are you willing to set aside any of those pesky scruples or morals you...
View Article"Jesus Take Pity On Me! I'm Going To Die Of Exhaustion."
Crucifixes Made Under Horrific Sweatshop Conditions In China, Linked to St. Patrick's Cathedral and Trinity Church in New York, And Nationally to the $4.63 Billion Association for Christian Retail.At a...
View ArticleSunday NFL Playoffs Open Thread (Primary Free Zone)
Getting your head kicked in in one of the candidate bashing diaries? Ready for some respite? Come on in and talk a little playoff football!Yesterday's action saw the Green Bay Packers' Ryan Grant...
View ArticleClinton Campaign "In a State of Panic" -- Daily Telegraph
According to the UK's Daily Telegraph, senior advisors in the Clinton campaign are in "a state of panic" and claim that Senator Clinton will pressure party leaders for a deal if she manages to win...
View ArticleThe Attack on Keith Olbermann
Howie Kurtz has an interesting front-page article in today's WaPo detailing BillO's repeated attacks on NBC parent company, GE, and its CEO, Jeffrey Immelt. According to Howie, and not exactly...
View Article"Selling Foodstuffs to the Occupying Powers Is Not Permitted."
From the always reliable Juan Cole, comes more ominous signs for our troops in Iraq. 'I sell foodstuffs. Sometimes the Occupying Powers or their associates come to my establishment. May I sell them...
View ArticleAn Evening With Charles Kernaghan
AN INVITATION FOR PHILLY AREA KOSSACKSUSW Local 10-1 is proud to present "An Evening With Charles Kernaghan." Charles who? Charles Kernaghan. Better known simply as Charlie. Or, if you prefer, The...
View ArticleAn Evening With Charles Kernaghan
AN INVITATION FOR PHILLY AREA KOSSACKSUSW Local 10-1 is proud to present "An Evening With Charles Kernaghan." Charles who? Charles Kernaghan. Better known simply as Charlie. Or, if you prefer, The...
View ArticleJoe Six-Pack Demands Answers From Anti-Union McCain & Co.
As the president of a 700+ member United Steelworkers local union in Philadelphia, nothing (well, probably a lot of things... lol) has galled me more than seeing the McPalin campaign brag about the...
View ArticlePhilly Labor Rally In Support of the Employee Free Choice Act (photoblog)
Several hundred members of organized labor and their community allies from Philadelphia and the surrounding area rallied in support of the Employee Free Choice Act yesterday at the National...
View Article"We Lost Our Voice Today" RIP Harry Kalas
This is not a political diary... it's just tragic.Harry Kalas, the Hall of Fame announcer for the Philadelphia Phillies, died today. He was found collapsed in the broadcast booth prior to today's game...
View ArticlePA Sen: It's Going To Be Up To Us
Congressman Joe Sestak (PA-07), has all but announced that he will take on Senator Arlen Specter (OPPORTUNIST-PA) in next year's Democratic primary. As we are well aware, the Democratic (big D)...
View ArticleJoe Sestak Gets First Union Endorsement
Arlen Specter -- always there when we didn't need him...I'm pleased to announce that Congressman Joe Sestak has received his first Union endorsement in the race for US Senate. USW Local 10-1 was also...
View ArticleUPDATE X2 -- Steelworkers Protest Altmire's Betrayal
As a United Steelworkers Local Union president, I am very familiar with the efforts of my western Pennsylvania brothers and sisters' efforts to get Jason Altmire elected. Unfortunately, I am also very...
View ArticleEnthusiasm Gap In Philly (Updated With Hate Mail!)
At 8:30 this morning, 600 very unenthusiastic union members showed up at the Sprinkler Fitters Union Hall in NE Philly. They unenthusiastically had some coffee and greeted old and new friends. They...
View ArticleIt's OVER! Filibuster* LIVEBLOG #7
SANDERS ENDS FILIBUSTER AFTER EIGHT AND A HALF HOURS!*Senator Sanders' answers the question of whether this is a filibuster: You can call what I am doing today whatever you want, you it call it a...
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