WASHINGTON (AP) — Republicans in the House on Thursday blocked a bill that would have extended jobless benefits for the long-term unemployed beyond the holiday season. An extension of jobless benefits enacted this summer expires Dec. 1, and unless they are renewed, two million people will lose benefits averaging $310 a week nationwide by the [...]

If November’s midterm elections go as expected, here’s the reality check: Tier V? Not happening. Extended unemployment benefits? Forgetaboutit! COBRA discounts? When pigs fly. Foreclosure moratorium? Right after hell freezes over. Food stamp expansion? Tougher eligibility rules are far more likely. So let’s stop kidding ourselves. Elections have consequences. After Tuesday, November 2nd, America’s jobless [...]

Watch UCubed’s GOTV ad for Pennsylvania

Last week UCubed Activist Paladinette launched “Jobless Talk” an online call in radio show for the unemployed.  “I am excited and ready to discuss with fellow unemployed the lack of Washington’s ability to provide for the long term unemployed.  Also, this will provide an environment where callers can vent their frustration and let us know [...]

UCubed Video Library – Including Faces of The Unemployed – Launch Video Player In New Window | Watch Faces of The Unemployed

By BOB HERBERT Published: March 8, 2010 The Obama administration and Democrats in general are in trouble because they are not urgently and effectively addressing the issue that most Americans want them to: the frightening economic insecurity that has put a chokehold on millions of American families. The economy shed 36,000 jobs last month, and [...]

Decisions and Choices The IAM’s Employee Services Department manual for laid off employees, an in-depth survival guide. Resume Resources for Laid Off Workers A quick presentation for activists providing resume guidance. Using the most current resources for the jobless. Top-Rated Nonprofits That Help People Get Jobs A list of over 40 nonprofits that provide job [...]

Live wall depicting the Faces of the Unemployed, AFL-CIO Convention – Pittsburg, PA 2009

Recruit More Members A basic pre-filled email in Microsoft Word for you to customize and send out to your friends and colleagues. If you have issues with the above link, click here to copy the text. Linking Your Cubes Into Neighborhoods **NEW** A detailed explanation on linking cube-to-cube. Finding, Creating and Communicating with Cubes A [...]