The Leadership Conference is working diligently to see that Tom Perez is confirmed as U.S. Secretary of Labor. Perez is an eminently qualified public servant and consensus builder who has dedicated his career to ensuring that all individuals are treated fairly and have the opportunity to succeed. He has served with integrity and distinction at the local, state and national level, compiling an outstanding record of achievement. Workers' Rights
Across America, working families are dedicated to the economic advancement to promote fairness in the workplace and establish policies that help men and women meet the dual demands of work and family. Yet all too often, workers who attempt to join unions, assert other rights in the workplace, or file complaints with protection or civil rights agencies face employer threats, retaliation and discrimination.
Other issues affecting the well-being of working Americans include tax cuts, bankruptcy reform, and the minimum wage.
Report: 1.2 Million Workers Facing Potential Loss of Unemployment BenefitsOctober 22, 2010 - Posted by Ron Bigler A new report from the National Employment Law Project estimates that 1.2 million workers will lose unemployment benefits if Congress fails to pass an emergency extension by a November 30 cutoff date. Diverse ‘One Nation’ March Highlights Need for Bold Solutions, Voter Turnout in NovemberOctober 4, 2010 - Posted by Avril Lighty Nearly 200,000 people from across America came together Saturday to rally for "jobs, justice, and education" at the "One Nation Working Together" march on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. The march was designed to spur elected officials to enact a bold agenda to move our country forward, and to urge voters to take part in the mid-term elections on November 2. GAO Analysis Finds Female Managers Underrepresented and Subject to a Gender Pay GapSeptember 30, 2010 - Posted by The Leadership Conference At a recent hearing, the U.S. Congress Joint Economic Committee heard testimony from the Government Accountability Office (GAO) on the prevalence of female managers, their marital and education status, and their differences in pay compared to male managers. Civil and Human Rights Community to Hold 'One Nation Working Together' Rally on October 2September 28, 2010 - Posted by Tyler Lewis This Saturday, October 2, hundreds of thousands of people will come to Washington, D.C., from all over the United States to participate in the "One Nation Working Together" rally for "jobs, justice, and education" at the Lincoln Memorial. The rally will take place from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Civil Rights Organizations Urge the Senate to Pass the Paycheck Fairness ActSeptember 15, 2010 - Posted by The Leadership Conference Civil rights organizations are urging the Senate to pass the Paycheck Fairness Act, a bill that would help women workers who suffer from wage discrimination. Faith Leaders Celebrate MLK's Legacy and Make Renewed Call to Action for Civil and Human RightsAugust 26, 2010 - Posted by Avril Lighty On Saturday, August 28, faith leaders and civil and human rights advocates will gather at Shiloh Baptist Church to commemorate the 47th anniversary of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech and commit themselves to renewed activism for social justice. New Online Tool Tallies Senate Voting Records on Extending Unemployment BenefitsAugust 11, 2010 - Posted by Ron Bigler Amid the worst recession in 30 years and an unemployment rate stuck at 9.5 percent, the Senate has voted 12 times to extend emergency unemployment benefits and allow eligible workers to collect up to 99 weeks of benefits instead of the usual 26 in most states. But a review of senators' voting record shows support for these extensions among moderates beginning to erode despite the clear need for them and the fact that unemployment benefits are considered one of the better tools for stimulating the economy during a recession. Local Government Job Losses Could Reach 500,000 While Legislation Stalls in CongressJuly 29, 2010 - Posted by The Leadership Conference Local government job losses could reach 500,000, according to a new joint survey from the National League of Cities (NLC), United States Conference of Mayors, and the National Association of Counties. Unemployment Benefits Extension Overcomes Republican Opposition in SenateJuly 21, 2010 - Posted by Ron Bigler The Senate voted tonight 59-39 to extend unemployment benefits for more than 2 million workers. The bill now moves to the House, where quick passage is expected.' Update: The House passed the bill on July 22, and it was signed by President Obama. Civil and Human Rights Coalition Urges Senate to Pass Unemployment ExtensionJuly 16, 2010 - Posted by Ron Bigler The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights has sent a letter to U.S. senators urging them to support H.R. 5618, The Restoration of Emergency Unemployment Compensation Act of 2010. With extended unemployment benefits having expired in June, some 2.5 million workers have had benefits cut off in the face of high unemployment and a weak job market. H.R. 5618 would extend the filing deadline for extended unemployment insurance benefits through Nov. 30, 2010. |
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