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March 17, 2026

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The leadership of the American Federation of Labor selects the Carpenters union to lead the eight-hour movement. Carpenters throughout the country strike in April; by May 1, some 46,000 carpenters in 137 cities and towns have achieved shorter hours.

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From Dublin to Detroit: A St. Patrick’s Day Celebration of Solidarity
Posted On: Mar 17, 2026
Mar. 17, 2026 | IMMIGRATION | St. Patrick’s Day is a time when those with Irish roots — and those Irish for a day — come together to celebrate the traditions of the Irish American community. From step dancing and parades to corned beef and cabbage and a cold Guinness or two, the holiday welcomes all into its festivities. But beyond the music and celebration lies a deeper legacy: the profound influence of Irish immigrants on the American labor movement. Two weeks before the 1916 Easter Rising and just one month before his execution, Irish patriot and union organizer James Connolly wrote... Continue reading at Just Cause Teamsters
 
 
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