The Union Edge

Recent Episodes

Physicians Speak Out about Affordable Care Act and Healthcare System Needs

Posted February 16, 2017 • 00:08:57

Dr. Andy Coates, past President of Physicians for a National Health Program, shares his thoughts on the Affordable Care Act and what kind of healthcare...

The Education Watchdog Looks into the Future of Public Education, Post-DeVos

Posted February 16, 2017 • 00:24:24

Education Watchdog Butch Santicola brings PSEA President Jerry Oleksiak to talk about the forecast for public education, post-confirmation of Secretary...

Russian Media Mirroring American Alt-Right Messaging on Flynn Resignation

Posted February 16, 2017 • 00:08:59

Media Matters’ Katie Sullivan discusses their report: Russian Media And The American “Alt-Right” Movement Converge On Messaging Over Gen. Mike...

Weakened Ethics Rule Lets Lobbyists In

Posted February 15, 2017 • 00:10:12

After spending years as a lobbyist opposing wage standards and limits to workers’ chemical exposure, Geoff Burr landed a top job at the Labor Department....

Federal hiring freeze affects health and safety

Posted February 15, 2017 • 00:09:16

85% of federal employees live outside of the DC area, and most of them aren’t “paper pushers.” Cory Bythrow, Deputy Chief of Staff for AFGE, explains...