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If we gave fathers the same nonsensical advice we give working mothers

There is an endless amount of advice given to working mothers about “how to have it all” with ‘all’ meaning happy kid, successful careers, great hair, healthy diets, immaculate wardrobes, the perfect beach body, good girlfriends, a supportive husband and a pristine house. But what if we applied the same type of inane language weContinue reading “If we gave fathers the same nonsensical advice we give working mothers”

Survey: Half Of Food Workers Go To Work Sick Because They Have To

Flu season is here. And when the flu strikes, the luckier victims may call in sick without getting punished or losing pay. But many American workers, including those who handle our food, aren’t so fortunate. Fifty-one percent of food workers — who do everything from grow and process food to cook and serve it —Continue reading “Survey: Half Of Food Workers Go To Work Sick Because They Have To”

Port of Seattle passes paid parental leave for employees

The Port of Seattle Commission has approved a motion to provide four weeks of paid parental leave for non-represented employees during the 12 months following the birth, adoption, or placement of a foster child in the employee’s home – effective Jan. 1, 2016. “This action ensures that every Port employee will have dedicated paid leaveContinue reading “Port of Seattle passes paid parental leave for employees”