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Today in Labor History

July 14, 1877
The Great Railroad Strike of 1877, sometimes referred to as “The Great Upheaval” began today in Martinsburg, West Virginia, after the B&O Railroad cut wages were the third time in a year. Riots spread through 17 states. An estimated 100 people were killed in the 45 strikes. Workers burned down and destroyed both physical facilities and rolling stock of the railroads. Local populations feared that workers were rising in revolutions, such as the Paris Commune of 1871. 

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Updated: Jul. 14 (12:04)

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News Items - September 2021
Updated On: Oct 12, 2021

Reminder: General President Candidates’ debate is tonight
Sept. 1, 2021 Make sure you know where the candidates stand on the issues that matter to you. Don’t miss out on tonight’s first live debate with the candidates for Teamsters General President at 6:30 pm ET. RSVP on Facebook to watch the candidates discuss their vision for the union and answer your questions LIVE. Or, go here or here to watch a replay if you miss it live.

Watch: Final Teamsters General President candidates’ debate
Sept. 20, 2021 You can still watch the second and final debate that took place on September 8. Hear directly from the candidates for General President here.


 
 
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