Union Presidents Fight for Georgia Workers

The local presidents of the Service Employees International Union; Communication Workers of America;National Alliance of Postal and Federal Employees; American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees and United Auto Workers explain how they successfully lead scores of members. They stand on the shoulders of freedom fighters such as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., who was in Memphis to support black workers’ right to unionize when he was assassinated. Through the eyes of these modern day torchbearers, his dream has materialized.

Layoffs and Buyouts Pose Problems for Tenured Employees

As the demand for specific products and services produced by large and established corporations begins to fizzle out, the need for thousands of seasoned employees also diminishes, oftentimes greatly. Employees of companies such as Delta AirLines, Ford and General Motors are all feeling the squeeze, but what are their options? Are the older, higher paid, loyal employees ready to step back into the high-paced market to compete with younger, more educated workers who will accept lower salaries? Atlanta Tribune: The Magazine tackles these tough questions as many Atlantans begin to leave once comfortable careers to begin at square one.

Hispanic Leaders Weigh in on Immigration Legislature

In recent months, there has been fiery debate on immigration with heated words from both supporters and opposition. The number of illegal immigrants has expanded to more than 11 million in the United States and Georgia’s immigrant population is among the states with increasingly high growth rates. Leaders in the Hispanic community explain the newly introduced legislation and its impact on the Hispanic community as well as the state.

2007 New Car Review Guide

Ring in the New Year in a new, stylish ride! Are you in the market for a new vehicle? If so, the new car guide is just what you need to help you narrow down your selection. From coupes to convertible, this guide details the punch and the price that the “Big Boys” pack in these rides.

Which Companies Are Really Best Places for Minorities?

Each year, Atlanta Tribune: The Magazine conducts its annual Best Places for Minorities to Work survey and report on the findings so that minorities can readily find out which companies are embracing diversity. After all, a Best Place is one that welcomes and understands that a diverse work environment makes the company more relevant to its diverse realm of clients.