Oxford English Dictionary

Oxford, United Kingdom

The Oxford English Dictionary (OED) is a comprehensive dictionary of the English language published by Oxford University Press. It provides a historical record of the English language as it evolved over the centuries, detailing word origins, usages, and changes in meaning.

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25.99

-0.02% April 18

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Unionization Effort at Oxford University Press USA

Workers at Oxford University Press USA in New York announced their intention to form a union to demand better working conditions, fair pay, job security, and more transparent workplace policies. The union drive, supported by the NewsGuild-CWA and various labor organizations, aims to address longstanding issues including low pay, discriminatory practices, and inadequate workplace protections.

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Oxford English Dictionary is currently rated as a Dissenter.

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JUN

23

2021

Unionization Effort at Oxford University Press USA
54.58

Workers at Oxford University Press USA in New York announced their intention to form a union to demand better working conditions, fair pay, job security, and more transparent workplace policies. The union drive, supported by the NewsGuild-CWA and various labor organizations, aims to address longstanding issues including low pay, discriminatory practices, and inadequate workplace protections.
+80

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 30

The unionization effort reflects a strong grassroots push by workers to improve labor conditions and challenge exploitative practices. This action supports labor rights and represents a progressive, anti-authoritarian movement against traditional oppressive workplace policies. Given the call for dignified wages, proper benefits, and protection against discrimination, it scores positively from an anti-fascist perspective.

Workers at Oxford University Press Announce Unionization Effort
JAN

01

1998

Oxford University Press Lobbying Expenditure 1998
-2.61

In 1998, Oxford University Press, the publisher behind the Oxford English Dictionary, spent $100,000 on lobbying efforts. This historical expenditure is reported by OpenSecrets and raises concerns about corporate political influence and potential alignment with policies that may undermine democratic accountability.
-40

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

March 30

The report that Oxford University Press spent $100,000 on lobbying in 1998 is indicative of significant corporate political engagement. From an anti-fascist perspective, such lobbying is worrisome because it demonstrates the use of financial influence that can skew political processes and enable policies detrimental to marginalized communities.

Oxford University Press Lobbying Profile • OpenSecrets