Erik Loomis

Some rail unions are resisting government pressure to accept a new employment contract, but history suggests the authorities will keep the trains running.

The GE exec was known for his big personality. He should be known for the role he played in creating America's toxic corporate culture on a base of inequality.

On folk hero John Henry.

On the history (and future) of class struggle in America.

Members of the working class were once among the environmental movement's best allies. That support has largely disappeared.