REDISCOVERING GOVERNMENT: MAKING PEOPLE MATTER October 4, 2013 3:30pm – 6:00pm Wishcamper Center Muskie School of Public Service, University of Southern Maine 34 Bedford St, Portland, ME Awards Ceremony and Panel Discussion sponsored by The Bernard L. Schwartz Rediscovering Government Initiative provides a progressive framework around the evolving role of government, depicting the ways in
Labor Links Here are some stories from our Facebook and Twitter feeds. Follow us for regular reports on working conditions for Americans today: FPC Board Chair Chris Breiseth discusses the importance of Frances Perkins (MPBN) Detroit police, firemen don’t qualify for Social Security & may lose retirement pensions (Detroit News) USPS launches “Made in America” stamps
Labor Links Here are some stories from our Facebook and Twitter feeds. Follow us for regular reports on working conditions for Americans today: Cornell Prof. Jeff Cowie reflects on the Future of Fair Labor (NYTimes) AFL-CIO features union-Made in America products, including pet treats, beer, and vacations. Six Faces of Minimum Wage (NYTimes) Minimum wage rates vary
Frances Perkins is best known for her policy work at the national level, but her
For the third year in a row, Great Salt Bay Community School students partnered with
Listen to this excellent piece by Maine Public’s Kevin Miller, State House Correspondent detailing the
Read about the exciting first season at the Frances Perkins National Monument in this article published
There is a detour posted on River Road in Newcastle, but the Frances Perkins National Monument is still accessible. We are open Thur-Sun 10am – 2pm. Visit us before we close for the season!
Our last day is Sunday, September 28th.