New Orleans is a city shaped by the labor, artistry, and resilience of Black workers. Their contributions are not only foundational to the city’s infrastructure and economy, but also to its vibrant cultural identity. In November 2025 I had the opportunity to visit the art exhibit—”Don’t Stand Alone”— which invites the public to engage with the… Read More Don’t Stand Alone: Black Labor Organizing in New Orleans
Hello Friend, As we move into 2026–2027, the National Jobs for All Network is entering a period of rebuilding and renewal—one that honors our legacy while preparing us for the urgency of the moment ahead. From President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s vision of an Economic Bill of Rights to the moral clarity of Dr. Martin Luther… Read More The Case for Good Jobs—for All of Us
January 2026 Unemployment Data–the Full Count (U.S. BUREAU OF LABOR STATISTICS) OFFICIAL UNEMPLOYMENT: 4.3%* [ANALYSES by EXPERTS] White 3.7% African American 7.2% Hispanic 4.7% Asian¹ 4.1% Persons with a disability¹ 8.1% Men 20 years and over 3.8% Women 20 years and over 4.0% Teens (16-19… Read More Unemployment Data-JANUARY 2026
By Frank Stricker January 20, 2026 Bits of Good News First The Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Employment Situation for December showed several positives, although most were small. For example, unemployment was down for whites, African Americans, and the whole labor force. It fell from 30.7%… Read More 2025–Glad to See You Go? The December Jobs Report
December 2025 Unemployment Data–the Full Count (U.S. BUREAU OF LABOR STATISTICS) OFFICIAL UNEMPLOYMENT: 4.4%* [ANALYSES by EXPERTS] White 3.8% African American 7.5% Hispanic 4.9% Asian¹ 3.6% Persons with a disability¹ 7.7% Men 20 years and over 3.9% Women 20 years and over 3.9% Teens (16-19… Read More Unemployment Data-DECEMBER 2025
