Labor Day at unions crossroads facing decline and push
Labor Day finds organized labor straddling setback and potential resurgence as union membership slides to 13.5 percent. Officials urge aggressive campaigns on immigration globalization trade and workers rights to boost numbers while campaigns partner with Republicans on Arctic drilling and other issues.
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CBS gives Jerry Lewis a break on Labor Day telethon
CBS trimmed a controversial May Lewis remark on its profile of the host, with an apology noted and a milder line added on the Aug 26 rebroadcast. Lewis defended his stance, saying he admires people with disabilities.
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