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Posted October 15, 2011 in eNews
The Benefits of Bargaining The union movement as a whole has helped ensure that workers throughout the economy – not just those in unions – share in economic growth, have decent wages and benefits, have good... read more
Posted October 10, 2011 in eNews
High Honors (for Shanelle) – We are immensely proud to announce that Shanelle Smith, our partner with the BlueGreen Alliance, will receive the Ohio Environmental Council’s 2011 Achievement Award as “One to Watch” at this... read more
Posted September 19, 2011 in eNews
On September 19, Amy Hanauer spoke at a panel on Issue 2 with state representatives Nickie Antonio (D-Lakewood) and Nan Baker (R-Westlake), and Ohio's Human Resources Chief Nicholas Menedis. Click here for coverage of the event. read more
Posted September 18, 2011 in eNews
Poverty Up, Income Down – Census data released last week found that more than 1 in every 7 Ohioans were living in poverty in 2010. Median wages for Ohioans fell by $7,000 over the past... read more
Posted September 07, 2011 in eNews
On September 7 and 8, the 2011 Ohio Benefit Bank Community Meeting and Training will give providers, nonprofits and CDCs a clearinghouse of information on public assistance, free tax preparation, FAFSA enrollment and asset building.... read more
Posted August 19, 2011 in eNews
The Budget and You – What are the real costs of state budget cuts? Northern Ohioans for Budget Legislation Equality (NOBLE) sponsors a conversation Thursday night, August 11 at 6:30 pm at Trinity Cathedral (2230... read more
Posted August 18, 2011 in eNews
JobWatch Returns – Last week, Policy Matters re-launched our monthly JobWatch report series in partnership with the Economic Policy Institute, analyzing employment in Ohio. Our August report finds Ohio on a slow slog toward recovery.... read more
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