TAKE ACTION
We’re changing the rules of the game to ensure ALL workers get the dignity and respect they deserve. For too long, rich CEOs and corporations have held all the power. It’s time to hold them accountable. Join the movement now >>
“Largest Protest by Low Wage Workers in US History”
On April 15, tens of thousands people joined together in what the Guardian called the “largest protest by low wage workers in US history.” From the tens of thousands of people rallying in New York City to garment workers in Bangladesh, protesters across the world sent a crystal clear message: It’s time for $15, fair… Read more →
Fast food STRIKES in HUNDREDS of cities on April 15
BIG NEWS: Fast food workers are striking in HUNDREDS of cities on April 15. They will be joined by more than 60,000 people across the country and in 35 countries around the world. And workers from a TON of new industries will we standing with them – from home care and child care workers, to… Read more →
Burned at McDonald’s. Treated with MUSTARD.
Serious, painful and often permanent injuries occur every single day in fast-food kitchens across the country because of dangerous conditions and insane first-aid recommendations like mustard and butter on burns — and that’s just the beginning. Watch the first-hand accounts from fast-food workers and find out what McDonald’s and the fast-food industry don’t want you… Read more →
McDonald’s “Answers” Your Questions
McDonald’s invited people to ask them questions. So you did. See what they said. Then, don’t let McDonald’s ignore fair wages. Share the video far and wide on Facebook and Twitter.
Racist McDonald’s Bosses Fire 10 Workers
They were told they didn’t “fit the profile” – and then they were fired. Ten McDonald’s workers were fired for no reason amidst racist harassment – one McDonald’s manager said simply, “There are too many black people in the store.” It’s not right – and McDonald’s needs to end racist harassment and pay these workers… Read more →
Big Ruling: McDonald’s Can’t Hide Behind Franchisees
On December 19, 2014, just a few weeks after our biggest fast food strike to-date, the National Labor Relations Board made a groundbreaking ruling: McDonald’s can no longer hide behind their franchisees and will be held responsible for violations against the rights of their workers. The ruling states: “Our investigation found that McDonald’s, USA, LLC,… Read more →
STRIKE! Fast food workers strike in 190 cities
On December 4, 2014, fast food workers across the country stood up and declared: “We deserve more.” Our bosses pay us poverty wages, while we work hard every day to make them millions. It’s not right. If you’re with us, spread the message by sharing this image on Facebook right now.
Not just fast food anymore
We started this fight at McDonald’s – but we’re really fighting for every American who works hard every day and still struggles to make ends meet. On December 4, 2014, gas station attendants, airport workers and home care workers all joined in the fight for $15. We’re not stopping – not until we win. Share… Read more →
They ran out of handcuffs
We stood up for what we believe in – and they arrested us for it. On September 4, 2014, over 500 striking workers were arrested in cities across the country. So many workers struck in Detroit that the cops had to stop arresting people – they ran out of handcuffs. One of these arrested workers… Read more →
Shutting down McDonald’s HQ
Only a week after the historic #FastFoodGlobal day of action and the day before McDonald’s shareholder meeting, we took our demand — $15 and a union — right to their corporate headquarters in Oak Brook, Illinois. More than 1,000 workers and our supporters marched. 101 of us McDonald’s workers got arrested during the peaceful protest…. Read more →