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The New Jersey Transit Rail Strike: Legal Implications, Policy Debate, and Socioeconomic Consequences
On May 16, 2025, the New Jersey Transit rail strike was announced by the union to begin on Friday, marking a significant disruption in one of the busiest commuter rail systems in the United States. The strike involves thousands of employees, primarily conductors and engineers, who have raised concerns over wage disparities, working conditions, and union recognition. This article seeks to analyze the legal, constitutional, and policy dimensions of the strike, examining both the immediate impacts on commuters and the broader implications for labor rights, public transportation, and governmental intervention. The strike raises questions about the balance between workers’ rights to organize and strike, and the public’s right to essential services—issues that have long been central to the debate on labor law in the U.S.
Global Workers, Local Fears: May Day 2025 and the Rising Tide of Labor Dissent in the Shadow of Trumpian Politics
On May Day 2025, workers across continents rallied in honor of International Workers' Day, a celebration rooted in 19th-century labor movements that sought fair wages, humane working hours, and collective bargaining rights. From Tokyo to Los Angeles, the marchers this year voiced not only traditional labor concerns but also anxieties over the potential return of former President Donald J. Trump to the White House. These concerns, echoing across various cultural and political landscapes, highlight the interconnected nature of domestic politics and global labor rights.