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King Abdullah: The Middle East’s Failed Reformer

WORLD One of the most powerful monarchs in the world, King Abdullah of Saudi Arabia, has died. On the subject of women’s rights, some world leaders are remembering him as a cautious reformer, while others are not so sympathetic. Use our resources to understand part of King Abdullah’s legacy. Discussion Ideas Read through our media spotlight on King Abdullah’s tentative steps to expand women’s rights in … Continue reading King Abdullah: The Middle East’s Failed Reformer

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Seattle Suburb May Raise Minimum Wage

UNITED STATES Washington already has the highest state minimum wage in the country, at $9.19 an hour. Soon, voters in the city of SeaTac will decide whether to push the local minimum even higher, to $15 an hour. (New York Times) Use our resources to better understand the minimum wage—it’s $7.25 nationwide, but may be higher in your area. Discussion Ideas According to our “media … Continue reading Seattle Suburb May Raise Minimum Wage

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Fast-Food Workers Strike for Higher Pay

BUSINESS Fast-Food Workers Strike for Higher Pay As many as 500 workers from fast-food restaurants across New York City are set to strike. Low-wage workers from McDonald’s, Wendy’s, KFC, Pizza Hut, Burger King, Domino’s Pizza, and Papa John’s Pizza are asking for $15 an hour and the right to form a union. Discussion Ideas: New York follows the federal minimum wage of $7.25/hour. Many fast-food … Continue reading Fast-Food Workers Strike for Higher Pay

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