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United Faculty of Florida-FSU

Labor Minute broadcast each Wednesday at 10:04 am on 88.9 WFSU-FM. Sponsored by the United Faculty of Florida, Labor Minute shares stories of the American Labor movement, including the challenges and success of American workers. Labor Minute is also sponsored in part by the Florida AFL-CIO and the Big Bend Labor Chapter.

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What was the most successful labor strike in history?November 20, 2024
Hosted By : Nancy Rogers
Written By : Nancy Rogers

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Hosted By : Tarez Samra Graban
Written By : Tarez Samra Graban

What is the Fair Labor Standards Act?November 6, 2024
Hosted By : Jennifer Proffitt
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Written By : Tom Wazlavek

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Hosted By : Tarez Samra Graban
Written By : Tarez Samra Graban

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Hosted By : Tarez Samra Graban
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Hosted By : Jennifer Proffitt
Written By : Jennifer Proffitt

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Hosted By : Nancy Rogers
Written By : Nancy Rogers

What is the significance of the expression "Bread and Roses"?September 18, 2024
Hosted By : Jennifer Proffitt
Written By : Jennifer Proffitt