The U.S. Department of Education has formally withdrawn a controversial directive targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in schools and colleges, following a federal court ruling that found the policy unlawful.
The annual ranking spotlights union chiefs who have secured major victories—whether through new contracts, legislation, or organizing wins—and those who have successfully guided members through challenging times.
Workers depend on NIOSH to prevent illness, injury and death on the job,” the AFL-CIO said in a statement. “Without this research, more workers will get sick, more workers will be injured, and more workers will die.
