Coli, Hoffa Attend Papal Reception at White House Prior to Speech In an unprecedented address for the Bishop of Rome, Pope Francis stood before a joint session of Congress on Thursday and spoke passionately of…

Substantial Arbitration Victory Restores Teamster Seniority Rights An independent arbitrator on September 17 ruled in favor of Teamsters Local 330 to preserve worker seniority rights at Senior Flexonics after a months-long fight by union representatives.…

Chicago Archdiocese Leader Speaks of Solidarity, Criticizes “Right to Work” Chicago Archbishop Blase Cupich pledged his support and that of the Catholic Church to strengthening the labor movement in a speech to union members on…

Strike Averted as Workers Ratify Agreement With Raises, Job Protections Chicago Skyway toll collectors stood together to secure a new three-year contract that gives them a living wage and critical new job protections. The workers…

By John T. Coli and Rob Karr This editorial original appeared in the Chicago Sun-Times on Sept 1, 2015. Over the past few years, empowering children and families to make informed choices about their health…