The latest from the UAW strike
The UAW continues its strike at three auto plants in the Midwest with rallies, picket lines and lots of uncertainty.
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How the UAW strike could have ripple effects across the economy
There are several ways the unprecedented United Auto Workers strike could hit the economy, but it will depend on how long the strike lasts and how many plants are affected, among other factors.
Less than 6 months into his UAW presidency, Shawn Fain has already shaken things up
Shawn Fain has been UAW president for less than six months, elected in the first direct ballot where members picked their leadership. Now he's in the spotlight as the union starts to strike.
Where the 'meme stock' phenomenon stands, 2 and a half years after the GameStop craze
In 2021, retail investors bet big on so-called "meme stocks," with the goal of making money and upending power dynamics on Wall Street. The odds are still stacked in favor of professional investors.
The UAW launches a historic strike against all Big 3 automakers
For the first time ever, the UAW launched a strike against all Big 3 automakers at once, starting with three locations in the Midwest.
There's a turf war going on over where Hollywood strikers can picket
Hollywood actors and writers have been picketing for months now. And there's an ongoing turf war being fought over where, exactly, strikers can and cannot protest.
The UAW is asking to bring back pensions. This economist says it's not a good idea
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with economist Allison Schrager about why she thinks the UAW is wrong about asking to bring back the old-fashioned pension plan.
From the ground at the historic UAW strike rally in Detroit
As the UAW kicks of the first day of a historic and unusual strike, the union is holding a rally in Detroit. Bernie Sanders will be speaking.
Hollywood relies on China to stay afloat. What does that mean for movies?
Red Carpet author Erich Schwartzel says that film studios increasingly need Chinese audiences to break even — which can result in self-censorship. Originally broadcast Feb. 21, 2022.
Auction will support unionized crew members affected by Hollywood strikes
Celebrities are collaborating with the Union Solidarity Coalition to auction off their time and memorabilia to raise money to help cover health care costs for union members impacted by strikes.