Posts tagged economic policy

    Press Release ● Labor

    Four More Biden Officials Covering Economic Policy Join TCF: Lauren McFerran, Gayle Goldin, Rachel West, Ruth Friedman

    February 20, 2025 // “As the last few weeks have shown, this is an all-hands-on-deck moment to protect American workers and defend the progress made under the most pro-worker, pro-union presidential administration in history, and I’m immensely proud that Century is stepping up to meet the moment with these new hires,”

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    News Article ● Labor Unions

    Trump backs dockworkers in fight against automation. The move risks higher prices, experts say

    December 14, 2024 // The U.S. Maritime Alliance, or USMX, the organization representing shipping firms in negotiations, said on Thursday that such automation would improve efficiency and increase capacity. Those enhancements would benefit U.S. companies and consumers that depend on goods from abroad, the group added. “We need modern technology that is proven to improve worker safety, boost port efficiency, increase port capacity, and strengthen our supply chains,” USMX said in a statement.

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    Op-ed / Commentary Research ● Employee Rights Act ERA PRO Act

    Employee Rights Act Would Protect Hardworking Latinos & Expand Freedom for All American Workers

    May 9, 2022 // The LIBRE Initiative supports the ERA and its efforts at protecting American workers from anti-choice legislation like the PRO Act and ensuring that they have the flexibility to succeed in today’s rapidly evolving economy.

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    Op-ed / Commentary Research ● Labor

    How should lawmakers promote the flexible work arrangements workers and families need?

    March 12, 2022 // “Workers should be free to seek employment opportunities that use their unique skills to contribute to society, and businesses should have the flexibility to offer choices to diverse potential workers and clients.”

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