RNC protest highlights need for new priorities
As the Republican National Convention convened Monday in downtown St. Paul, more than 10,000 people took to the streets to protest the Iraq War and demand new priorities for the nation.
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Community
Labor Day photo gallery
With the Republicans in town and thousands gathered to protest, it was a Labor Day never before seen in St. Paul. View the Workday photo gallery.
Community
Thousands ‘take back Labor Day’ at Harriet Island festival
Many of the thousands of young people gathered at Harriet Island Monday probably never heard of folk musician Woody Guthrie or labor organizer Joe Hill, but they cheered when musicians Steve Earle and Tom Morello evoked the memories of these labor icons at the "Take Back Labor Day" Festival.
More RNC coverage at Twin Cities Daily Planet
See full coverage of the Republican National Convention, protests and other activities at the Twin Cities Daily Planet, a community news website.
Community
‘Take Back Labor Day’ festival will offer worker viewpoint
Music, labor speakers and other activities will be part of a "Take Back Labor Day" festival at Harriet Island in St. Paul, Monday, Sept. 1, from noon to 7 p.m.
Policy
Truth commissions, ‘Poor People’s March’ to shine light on poverty
On the heels of a statewide bus tour which exposed the reality of Minnesotans living in poverty, the Poor People\’s Economic Human Rights Campaign will hold truth commissions in Minneapolis leading up to the Republican National Convention.
Community
Congressman Ellison hosts annual Labor Day picnic
Labor friends and other supporters are invited to Congressman Keith Ellison\’s annual Labor Day weekend barbeque, planned for Sunday, Aug. 31.
Policy
Postal Workers endorse Obama, forge ties with Letter Carriers
The American Postal Workers Union, meeting in its national convention, endorsed Barack Obama and took a major step toward improving relations with its sister union, the National Association of Letter Carriers.
Community
Labor Day activities range from picnics to protests
With the Republicans launching their convention on the holiday that honors workers, Labor Day takes on new meaning this year. Union-sponsored activities include a \’Take Back Labor Day\’ festival, a parade and a Poor People\’s Commission.
Policy
SE Labor Council plans ‘Take Back America’ rallies
The Southeast Minnesota Area Labor Council plans two "Turn Around America" rallies this week.