As many were focused on the major RNC protests in NYC, the u$ census bureau released new statistics on poverty. Cleveland was on the top of the heap in many categories leading it to be named the new "Poorest Big City" in the country. 31.3 percent of Cleveland's households live below the poverty line according to the survey, and almost half of the city's children are "poor". But, according to a report from Cleveland-based research institute Policy Matters Ohio, the entire state is in an equally depressed condition. Full Article

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This Holiday Season, Put Your Money Where Your Heart Is...

In this time of charity and good will towards all, 1/3 of the members belonging to IATSE Local 160 are out of work, because Cleveland Cinemas CEO Jon Forman doesn't want to pay them a living wage or ensure their benefits. IN FACT, HE'S LOCKED THEM OUT THIS HOLIDAY SEASON!

Cleveland Jobs with Justice and the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) Local 160 ask you to please respect and defend the rights of workers and NOT PATRONIZE the Cedar Lee or any other Cleveland Cinemas locations this holiday season.

Please Sign a Christmas Postcard to be delivered to Jon Forman - admonishing him for being a scrooge and urging him to have a change of heart! The Cedar Lee is a beloved community hot-spot, but NOT when it turns members of working Cleveland into the working poor!

Support good paaying and secure jobs this holiday season!
Don't give this local Scrooge your hard-earned money!

For more info, Please contact Jobs with Justice at 440-333-7007

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