politics

Court extends postponement of Biden's vaccine mandate

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 15, 2021

The federal appeals court did not rule on the legality of the requirement, but called it "staggeringly overbroad."

Courts won't derail the federal vaccine mandate, White House insists

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 09, 2021

Despite the temporary stay of a federal appellate court, and any subsequent challenge, the historic requirement will go into effect on Jan. 4 as planned, according to a spokesperson.

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Minimum wage expected to hit an all-time high in Southern California

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 05, 2021

West Hollywood is moving toward a pay floor of $17.64 an hour.

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Why restaurateurs should care about the result of Tuesday’s elections

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 03, 2021

The rout by Republicans, particularly in states like New Jersey and Virginia, could signal a change in the tenor of state and local labor policies.

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Introducing the 'Working Lunch' podcast

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 29, 2021

Restaurant Business will start publishing the weekly politics-focused show from the public affairs firm Align Public Strategies. The first episode: On In-N-Out’s vaccination pushback.

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Is In-N-Out gambling with its reputation?

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 28, 2021

The iconic burger chain has taken an uncharacteristic political stance by refusing to check vaccine proofs, according to RB's Reality Check. History provides a preview of what the cult favorite can expect.

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