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Union Underground by Ted James     Ted James – Strong Will Continue Intro: Ted James All we do is stay focused Looking straight forward at the challenge and beyond We feel the one percent pulling us down We’ve gotta keep pulling each other up We can’t get stuck We’ve gotta keep moving forward We’ve got places to go, y’all Let’s get it Chorus: Damian Marley When the armageddon’s dark…

What’s good, #1uu fam? Happy Presidents’ Day! It’s been a minute but we’re finally back. Did you miss us? I’m guessing that some of you might have been starting to think that Solidarity Radio was a one-and-done experiment. Well alas, as your faithful Union CEO, it is my distinct honor to prove the doubters wrong by welcoming you to SR Episode Two (Attack of the Clones). This installment of your…

Hey, everybody. Happy Labor Day and welcome to the inaugural episode of Solidarity Radio! As the Union CEO, it is my privilege to accept the assignment of posting Solidarity Radio to the blog. What is Solidarity Radio? I’m glad you asked. Solidarity Radio is a labor movement podcast hosted by Ted James and Jay-Dao. It is recorded in Denver, CO and is part of the Union Underground imprint. Our goals…

    Rock Against the TPP – Solidarity Forever Summit Music Hall – Denver, CO July 23rd, 2016 Performed By: Tom Morello, Anti-Flag, Flobots, Evangeline Lilly, Downtown Boys, Son of Nun, Evan Greer, and Taina Asili. I’m sharing footage of this performance that was shot by Union Underground to help in the fight to #StopTPP. I would like to thank all of the amazing Rock Against the TPP artists for…

Last night, Senator Bernie Sanders addressed Bernie 2016 supporters about next steps for the #PoliticalRevolution now that the Democratic Party nominating process has reached its completion. We’re sharing the full video and text of the speech here at theLeftAhead because we agree with the Senator from Vermont’s prediction that future historians will look back at the 2016 Bernie Sanders presidential campaign and the accompanying political revolution as the launching point…

On Thursday, December 17th, my union, the Communications Workers of America, endorsed Bernie Sanders for President of the United States. As a public supporter of Bernie 2016, needless to say, I could not have been more thrilled with my union’s endorsement. In fact, ever since the endorsement was announced two weeks ago, I’ve been bursting with so much excitement about the political statement my union delivered by supporting Bernie that…

This short video documents a large march organized by the Texas State Employees Union (TSEU-CWA 6186) to defend Texas public services and public employees. Workers came from across the state for a march and rally. Members of TSEU went into the Capitol and met with the legislators.     Texas State Employees Union (TSEU-CWA 6186) Lobby Day 2013 from Anne Lewis on Vimeo.     Our Future   We will…

President Obama made a speech today at the Center for American Progress challenging Americans to address the problem of growing income inequality.   Source: The White House on YouTube #RaiseTheWage

Cablevision workers from Brooklyn ask CEO James Dolan: Where the papers at? Performed live on stage at the 50th Anniversary of the March on Washington. Learn more about the fight at Where the Papers At?   Source: Communication Workers of America on YouTube Artist: Tech 22 (Minee Smalls, Jaywalk, Chilo & DMAC) Music Composed & Produced by Cocotaso Music Co-produced by Chris Thompson Video Production: Time of Day Media Where…

In honor of the 50th anniversary of the “I Have a Dream” speech at the March on Washington, it should be on everyone’s to-do list to take a few moments and sit with Dr. King’s empowering and illuminating words today. To that end, we’re sharing the full video and text of the speech here at theLeftAhead to do our small part towards nurturing collective reflection. The march towards justice continues….

Alone in a raft of contumacy Paddling in an ocean of apathy Throwing out the net. Droplets of salt water Burn the eyes as passers by Forge ahead with unwavering focus. Stubborn discipline in rhythm “Our boats shall not be rocked.” One by one Tunnel vision. Two by two Impermeable banter. Four by four Impervious rancor. Approach, reproach Then rescind into the distance. Keep surveying impatiently A connection within oar’s…

My dad had dual American and British citizenship. He was born in Detroit, Michigan to working class British parents but then moved back to England when he was five years old. When he turned 18, he was enlisted in the British Royal Navy where he served on the British Destroyer Virago during World War II and his ship was part of the fleet flanking the coast of Normandy Beach during…