SMLR Experts In the News

The Wall Street Journal talks to Rebecca Kolins Givan about the frequency of labor law violations in union elections and the light penalties for employers.

WIRED writes about the RWDSU’s claim that Amazon engaged in “egregious and blatantly illegal actions” in Bessemer, quoting Rebecca Kolins Givan.

Women’s Wear Daily reports the union wants the National Labor Relations Board to throw out the election results, quoting Rebecca Kolins Givan.

WPFW Radio airs an interview with Susan Schurman about minority unionism and how it could turn the tide in the effort to organize Amazon.

The American Prospect writes about how worker centers help immigrant workers, quoting Janice Fine.

CNBC interviews Susan Schurman about her idea to form minority unions at Amazon facilities “as a pathway to majority unions.”

NPR features Rebecca Kolins Givan in its analysis of the union election at Amazon’s fulfillment center in Bessemer, Alabama.

The Birmingham News reports minority unionism could help to improve working conditions at Amazon facilities, quoting Susan Schurman.

Fast Company publishes an op-ed by Kyra Leigh Sutton with five suggestions for early-career professionals who are working in their manager’s shadow.

Trouw (Netherlands) writes about the global implications of Amazon’s victory in the Alabama union election, quoting Rebecca Kolins Givan.