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In addition to killing the ergonomics rule two years ago, the current administration is now making it easy for employers to continue to underreport the number of workers who suffer such job-related musculoskeletal disorders as carpal tunnel syndrome or neck and back injuries.

Despite Microsoft's claims to the contrary, CWA's WashTech affiliate blew the whistle this week on the company's secret plan to lay off at least 800 tech support employees as it shifts work to India and Nova Scotia.

It shouldn't be a novel concept, the idea that people working 40 hours a week ought to be able to afford basic housing.

Bill Quirk, 54, assistant to two District 9 vice presidents, retired May 1. "Without Bill as my assistant, we would never have earned the respect of our major employers - as we have - by militantly seeking justice for our members," said District 9 Vice President Tony Bixler.

Enjoying a carefree summer? Riding bikes with friends, reading books in the shade, doing some yard work for extra money, maybe making a trip to the beach? We hope so, and that's the way we wish it were for all kids.