-
Service & Solidarity Spotlight: More Cannabis Workers in New Jersey Join UFCW Local 152 Service & Solidarity Spotlight: More Cannabis Workers in New Jersey Join UFCW Local 152 Working people across the United States have stepped up to help out our friends, neighbors and communities during these trying times. In our Service & Solidarity Spotlight series, we'll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story. Workers at the MPX/iAnthus cannabis dispensary in Atlantic City, New Jersey, voted to join United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 152. The 12 workers are employed as budtenders, who provide customer service, facilitate retail sales and fulfill online orders. Local 152 also represents workers in the state at the MPX/iAnthus grow facility in Pleasantville. “These workers have put their trust in our union to help improve their lives, and we will fight for what they deserve,” Local 152 President Brian String said. “As the Local 152 Cannabis Division continues to grow, so does the power of our members in all of the industries we serve. These workers are seeking improvements to their wages, health care benefits, and scheduling accommodations. Their hard work has helped MPX become a success in Atlantic City and their first contract should reflect their contributions.” Kenneth Quinnell Fri, 01/19/2024 - 08:56 — Jan 19
-
2024 is All About Worker Power: What Working People Are Doing This Week 2024 is All About Worker Power: What Working People Are Doing This Week Welcome to our regular feature, a look at what the various AFL-CIO unions and other working family organizations are doing across the country and beyond. The labor movement is big and active—here's a look at the broad range of activities we're engaged in this week. Actors' Equity:
Swings get the job done! Swipe through to read even more thoughts from members of #EquityTeamSwing on #SwingDay pic.twitter.com/rHwpIqduTi — Actors' Equity (@ActorsEquity) January 17, 2024
AFGE:Social Security Disability Claimants Face Record Waits "Tight budgets and staff attrition have had 'disastrous effects on customer service,' said AFGE, which represents more than 42K SSA workers, urging Congress to enact a long-term funding increase."https://t.co/empgi0IZNW — AFGE (@AFGENational) January 18, 2024
AFSCME:Being in a union means Rosina can travel to 🇲🇽, 🇹🇷, 🇦🇪 and more! How does being an AFSCME member help YOU be you? pic.twitter.com/85kKXDJbdQ — AFSCME (@AFSCME) January 18, 2024
Alliance for Retired Americans:If lawmakers want to actually help seniors, they should strengthen Social Security and make the wealthy pay their fair share into the system. https://t.co/ioRsbExVvQ — Alliance for Retired Americans (@ActiveRetirees) January 18, 2024
Amalgamated Transit Union:The ATU celebrates National Mentoring Month, recognizing our rockstar ATU mentors making a difference in our members' lives. #NationalMentoringMonth #1u pic.twitter.com/DhZThQHlKC — ATU, Transit Union (@ATUComm) January 18, 2024
American Federation of Musicians:Did you know? @The_AFM musicians are finding it harder to make a living as Made-for-Streaming work continues to eclipse traditional film/TV work. Made-for-Streaming work doesn't produce residuals for musicians, leaving them with less money. https://t.co/QEXaGQfrmp #FS4M pic.twitter.com/lY6IaWtX3u — AFM Fair Share For Musicians (@fairshare4music) January 17, 2024
American Federation of Teachers:Great news for students which includes many philanthropic and national partners working with communities to increase attendance, provide high-dosage tutoring, and increase summer learning and extended or afterschool learning time. @POTUS @VP @SecCardona https://t.co/BIvdgtAFOF — AFT (@AFTunion) January 18, 2024
American Postal Workers Union:APWU national, regional, and local officers are working diligently to protect our job security and services to the public: an update on management’s “network modernization” plans.https://t.co/zpqHZlAqwd — The American Postal Workers Union - APWU (@APWUnational) January 17, 2024
Association of Flight Attendants-CWA:Today marks 15 yrs since US Airways Flight 1549 landed in the icy waters of NY's Hudson River. The "Miracle on the Hudson" would not have been a miracle w/o everyone doing exactly what needed to be done at just the right moment. Proud of the 1549 crew. Aviation's First Responders pic.twitter.com/xYUapK88I7 — AFA-CWA (@afa_cwa) January 15, 2024
Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers:Martin Luther King, Jr. knew unions are one of the best tools we have to dismantle systemic racism and build power for the working class.BCTGM honors this #MLKDay by re-committing to The Dream through our activism and exceptional contracts. 🫱🏾🫲🏼 pic.twitter.com/YIrHpwbUC2 — BCTGM International (@BCTGM) January 15, 2024
Boilermakers:2024 is all about worker power and we are here for it! ✊#BoilermakersUnion #UnionProud #UnionStrong #1u pic.twitter.com/ydEe2EWfpt — Boilermakers Union (@boilermakernews) January 17, 2024
Bricklayers:We are proud of our BAC sisters who are passionate about their crafts and dedicated to our trades.#womenintrades #WomenBuild #bacsisters #tradeswomen #unionstrong #1u https://t.co/pi2uiiIVrp — Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Union (@IUBAC) January 17, 2024
Coalition of Black Trade Unionists:CBTU co-founder Cleve Robinson with Dr. King. https://t.co/bJ6YPXfVPV — CBTU (@CBTU72) January 15, 2024
Communications Workers of America:CWA Local 9003 members handed out flyers at Fordham’s Alumni Presidential Reception in Los Angeles where Fordham University President Tania Tetlow was speaking. Graduate students workers have been fighting for a fair contract & living wage at Fordham for over a year. pic.twitter.com/8qnkvRWZWA — CWA (@CWAUnion) January 17, 2024
Department for Professional Employees:Congrats to the graduate employees at University of Oregon on their TA for a new union contract that would raise salaries by 18.98% to 45.32% over the lifetime of the contract. @GTFF_3544 https://t.co/wDTfpCVQet — Department for Professional Employees (@DPEaflcio) January 17, 2024
Electrical Workers:Collective bargaining gets the goods. For workers at this Ohio factory, it means real overtime pay. #IBEW. https://t.co/ahA5icIag6 pic.twitter.com/FOiksMmrU2 — IBEW (@IBEW) January 17, 2024
Heat and Frost Insulators:Happy anniversary to the Brothers and Sisters of Local 87, San Antonio. Local 87 has been an established union for almost 100 years. pic.twitter.com/DjABfB23zS — Insulators Union 🦎 (@InsulatorsUnion) January 18, 2024
Jobs With Justice:BIG WIN out of Arizona this past week! 🤑The City of Tucson, under the leadership of Mayor Regina Romero, City Council, and support from AZ JWJ and labor unions, recently passed a Prevailing Wage Ordinance, emphasizing the city's dedication to supporting its workers. pic.twitter.com/dskkCiXdBM — Jobs With Justice (@jwjnational) January 16, 2024
Labor Council for Latin American Advancement:Last weekend was outstanding! We participated in the @AFLCIO 2024 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Civil and Human Rights Conference. We met with Secretary of Labor, @JulieSuCA and we share with Latino workers, members, friends y la familia LCLAA @AFTEVPDeJesus @MiFamiliaVota pic.twitter.com/0D6sQ5p1AG — LCLAA (@LCLAA) January 16, 2024
Labor Heritage Foundation:LABOR HERITAGE POWER HOURPhotojournalist David Bacon on “Working Coachella: Images of the farmworker community of the Coachella Valley”. Read this and more LHF Newsletter https://t.co/hFeeoeMa6bRead about this LHF Newsletter https://t.co/hFeeoeMa6b pic.twitter.com/Mi9T38dpDU — Labor Heritage (@LaborHeritage1) January 11, 2024
Laborers:Happy Martin Luther King Day! Let's honor Dr. King's vision by standing in solidarity with the labor movement. Together, we strive for justice, equality, and fair working conditions. #MLKDay pic.twitter.com/gxwUgp8MqL — LIUNA (@LIUNA) January 15, 2024
Machinists:Solidarity in action! ✊Representatives of the IAM/@IAM_DeltaRamp @DeltaAFA/@afa_cwa and @Teamsters joined forces for a @Labor_Caucus powerful roundtable discussion on organizing efforts for Delta Air Lines workers.#OrganizeAndFly pic.twitter.com/IaMQGcIw5D — Machinists Union (@MachinistsUnion) January 18, 2024
Maritime Trades Department:PENTAGON POSTS STATEMENT ON PROTECTING MARINERS, VESSELShttps://t.co/Cgf2EtTZqU — Maritime Trades Department, AFL-CIO (@Maritime_Trades) January 12, 2024
Metal Trades Department:Washington, DC — The Metal Trades Department (MTD) Executive Council in January announced the appointment of Edward Jones as the next president of the Department. Jones will fulfill the unexpired term of James Hart who retired in November. https://t.co/b6x4DjObDB — Metal Trades Dept. (@metaltradesafl) January 16, 2024
Mine Workers:.@CecilRoberts: When I was growing up on Cabin Creek, my Dad said, “Son, there are two kinds of people in this world,good ones and bad ones; most are good.”Years later Dr King told us to judge people by the content of their character, not the color of their skin.” 1/2 — United Mine Workers (@MineWorkers) January 15, 2024
Musical Artists:AGMAzine Spotlight: AGMA President Ned Hanlon. Read more: https://t.co/tmqrobwWgV pic.twitter.com/SbltzmHhGd — AGMA (@AGMusicalArtist) January 17, 2024
National Air Traffic Controllers Association:NATCA member Jeffrey Duckworth (Birmingham ATCT, BHM) recently attended an event with @SenKatieBritt and @SenJoniErnst. https://t.co/t3UqrUc4wY pic.twitter.com/nqRFja9387 — NATCA (@NATCA) January 18, 2024
National Association of Letter Carriers:When a disaster strikes, the NALC Disaster Relief Foundation (DRF) is there for you and your family. 100% of donations from NALC members go directly to assist other members affected by natural disasters. Learn more by following the thread below.⤵️ pic.twitter.com/xIYupfOTMj — Letter Carriers (@NALC_National) January 18, 2024
National Day Laborer Organizing Network:Today we honor the life of radical leader, #MartinLutherKingJr by reclaiming his political vision.MLK Was an Exemplar of a Black Socialist Traditionhttps://t.co/EI7UgMOaDV#ReclaimMLK — NDLON (@NDLON) January 15, 2024
National Domestic Workers Alliance:The New Jersey #DomesticWorkersBillofRights is officially the law of the land!This historic bill establishes rights and protections for New Jersey's 50,000 nannies, house cleaners, and home care workers who often experience wage theft, lack of breaks, and lack of sick leave. pic.twitter.com/TL1Wz5K0mL — Domestic Workers (@domesticworkers) January 17, 2024
National Nurses United:Thank you to @BeaHero for hosting us, along with friend of nurses, Congressman @GregCasar, and many others this weekend for a memorial to honor the activism and celebrate the life of Ady Barkan. #RememberingAdy pic.twitter.com/HOUtvPD1ud — NationalNursesUnited (@NationalNurses) January 16, 2024
NWSL Players Association:What a weekend it has been! ✨ Congratulations to everyone drafted in the 2024 NWSL Draft, and for those who were not, remember that there’s more than one right path to the league! We can’t wait to see the impact this rookie group has on the NWSL for years to come! — NWSLPA (@nwsl_players) January 14, 2024
NFL Players Association:We remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his encouragement to commit to the work of social, racial and economic justice. May we all strive to do what’s necessary to uplift humanity. #MLKDay2024 pic.twitter.com/lLYAER5ukj — NFLPA (@NFLPA) January 15, 2024
North America's Building Trades Unions:Congratulations, Sisters! https://t.co/WvsZqU0XEp — The Building Trades (@NABTU) January 16, 2024
Office and Professional Employees:Today we reflect on the life and lasting legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.Dr. King actively worked to bridge the modern civil rights and labor movements which shared, he said, "a unity of purpose." #MLK2024 pic.twitter.com/zY0ZpkBp6y — OPEIU | #UnionStrong (@OPEIU) January 15, 2024
Painters and Allied Trades:What is an industrial painter?IUPAT Industrial Painters apply coatings to surfaces in various industries, protecting and beautifying them for years at a time.https://t.co/n1rbWvUm42 pic.twitter.com/qYebaCcNVP — IUPAT (@GoIUPAT) January 17, 2024
Plasterers and Cement Masons:👏 @ActSecJulieSu: ICYMI...the Biden-Harris administration announced a final rule saying that most construction projects with more than $35 million in federal funding have a Project Labor Agreement.Why this matters: https://t.co/rtT24X9vbm — OPCMIA International (@opcmiaintl) January 17, 2024
Pride at Work:The Pride at Work National Executive Board met at @TheTaskForce Creating Change conference to discuss our victories in 2023 and organize our 2024! We are looking forward to a year of solidarity actions, trainings and more in 2024! #1u @AFLCIO pic.twitter.com/TaD9Veir2M — Pride at Work (@PrideatWork) January 18, 2024
Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union:BREAKING: the bakers, porters, wholesale drivers, and market staff of She Wolf Bakery have filed for a union election with @RWDSU! The workers at the Brooklyn bakery have been organizing in conjunction with @brandworkers and RWDSU: https://t.co/mtAgvzm6VH pic.twitter.com/w5VCuwZLmV — RWDSU (@RWDSU) January 18, 2024
Roofers and Waterproofers:A personal fall arrest system can stop a fall – but only if it’s used properly. Learn more: https://t.co/G8tgwV4EuH #roofersafety365 pic.twitter.com/0WjThKj4s7 — Roofers Union (@roofersunion) January 16, 2024
SAG-AFTRA:SAG-AFTRA NED & Chief Negotiator @DuncanCI joined fellow labor leaders on the "Workers in Focus" session to discuss the future of labor at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. #WEF24 You can watch the full @wef discussion here: https://t.co/y2CET9JSCp pic.twitter.com/gXiQ9f2cGr — SAG-AFTRA (@sagaftra) January 18, 2024
Solidarity Center:Our yearlong labor organizing and apprenticeship Union School in #Mexico graduated its first class of #labororganizers, with 28 students from diverse backgrounds. pic.twitter.com/roBPOnpY37 — Solidarity Center (@SolidarityCntr) January 18, 2024
The NewsGuild-CWA:Our members @AustinNewsGuild are planning to strike --- support them https://t.co/JM3ioLQhg9 — NewsGuild-CWA (@newsguild) January 11, 2024
Theatrical Stage Employees:Bravo to the Local 33 crew behind this year’s #CriticsChoiceAwards. Great job everyone! #unionproud pic.twitter.com/ooJoVKE8XF — IATSE // #IASolidarity (@IATSE) January 17, 2024
Transport Workers Union:TWU Intl. Pres. Samuelsen says the @JetBue @SpiritAirlines court decision “ends a period of uncertainty for our members at JetBlue and Spirit, & both work groups gain in the end.” Hard-fought raises for JetBlue Inflight Crewmembers. Spirit Guest Service Agents’ contract protected — TWU (@transportworker) January 16, 2024
Transportation Trades Department:☀️Good morning from the first meeting of @USDOT's new Transforming Transportation Advisory Committee. As a committee member, @TTDAFLCIO's Chief of Staff Matthew Colvin will provide a voice for workers who are impacted by automation, innovation, and technology. pic.twitter.com/sgCD20fNa8 — TTD | America's Transportation Unions (@TTDAFLCIO) January 18, 2024
UAW:“Economic justice cannot end at the doors of the factory or worksite. Social justice cannot end at the border of our country.” -- #UAW President Shawn Fain | @ShawnFainUAW#StandUpUAW #Solidarity pic.twitter.com/uPoTqscqKD — UAW (@UAW) January 18, 2024
UNITE HERE:“The labor movement was the principal force that transformed misery and despair into hope and progress.” – Martin Luther King Jr.Today and every day, we continue his legacy by fighting for equality and justice for working people. pic.twitter.com/RxcNA2nsmK — UNITE HERE (@unitehere) January 15, 2024
United Food and Commercial Workers:State social equity efforts for cannabis businesses are vulnerable to being dismantled unless federal law guidelines step in to protect them. Find out how certain federal law provisions can help preserve these important programs. pic.twitter.com/puWPFmBe4k — UFCW (@UFCW) January 17, 2024
United Steelworkers:Sign our petition urging Merit Aluminum to bargain a fair contract: https://t.co/weQ0LH0xZV. Workers at Merit voted to unionize & have been fighting for a first contract for months. CEO/Pres Mike Rapport responded by hiring anti-union lawyers & fighting against basic rights 👎 — United Steelworkers #EverybodysUnion (@steelworkers) January 18, 2024
Utility Workers:The 2024 @aflcio Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Civil and Human Rights Conference took place last weekend in Montgomery, Alabama. UWUA joined more than 800 union members to honor Dr. King’s vision for collective action at the voting booth, in the community and in the workplace. pic.twitter.com/AUDF4252OU — UWUA National (@The_UWUA) January 17, 2024
Writers Guild of America East:Our members at @OnionIncUnion are fighting to secure a fair contract before January 31.At their latest bargaining session, the Onion Union presented mgmt with a strike pledge signed by 97% of the bargaining unit. They’re prepared to strike to win the fair contract they deserve. pic.twitter.com/Qngc8pDLnh — Writers Guild of America East (@WGAEast) January 12, 2024
Kenneth Quinnell Thu, 01/18/2024 - 10:00 — Jan 18 -
Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Registered Nurses at Northern Maine Medical Center Vote Overwhelmingly to Join MSNA/NNOC Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Registered Nurses at Northern Maine Medical Center Vote Overwhelmingly to Join MSNA/NNOC Working people across the United States have stepped up to help out our friends, neighbors and communities during these trying times. In our Service & Solidarity Spotlight series, we'll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story. Registered nurses at Northern Maine Medical Center in Fort Kent, Maine, voted 62% in favor of joining the Maine State Nurses Association/National Nurses Organizing Committee (MSNA/NNOC). NNOC is an affiliate of National Nurses United (NNU). They say they joined the union because maintaining high levels of patient care requires that nurses have a say in decisions about patient care, and about recruitment and worker retention. “We are thrilled that our co-workers voted ‘yes’ to join Maine State Nurses Association," said Brad Martinez, RN in the intensive care unit at NMMC. "Together, we share a vision of improving the level of care our families receive in our hospital." Kenneth Quinnell Thu, 01/18/2024 - 08:18 — Jan 18
-
Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.: In the States Roundup Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.: In the States Roundup It's time once again to take a look at the ways working people are making progress in the states. Click on any of the links to follow the state federations on X (formerly Twitter). Alabama AFL-CIO:
Former Senator Doug Jones opens day two #MLK2024 in Montgomery AL. pic.twitter.com/tE5C0zzkKl — Alabama AFL-CIO (@AlabamaAFLCIO) January 13, 2024
Alaska AFL-CIO:We kick off our labor walks this SATURDAY! Join us and help get out the #UnionVote! #1u #UnionStrong pic.twitter.com/xbHKzXprTU — Alaska AFL-CIO (@AKAFLCIO) January 17, 2024
Arizona AFL-CIO:United in Solidarity! 🤝✊ We stand strong with our affiliates at the MLK Day Celebration, honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Together, we continue the fight for justice, equality, and a brighter future. #MLKDay #Solidarity pic.twitter.com/ee3YvbcwiS — Arizona AFL-CIO (@ArizonaAFLCIO) January 15, 2024
California Labor Federation, AFL-CIO:On #MLK Day, we recognize the vital link between civil rights & labor rights, knowing they're inseparable.Today, we honor Dr. King's legacy by organizing for economic and social justice for all working people ✊🏿 pic.twitter.com/wAu3lrzpwK — California Labor Federation (@CaliforniaLabor) January 15, 2024
Connecticut AFL-CIO:Project labor agreements ensure local workers are hired and guarantees apprenticeship opportunities for community members. All while completing the project on time and under budget. https://t.co/p3kq25dewW — Connecticut AFL-CIO (@ConnAFLCIO) January 12, 2024
Florida AFL-CIO:Rain, snow, or shine, utility workers are there to keep the lights on. Thank you all - we really appreciate you. pic.twitter.com/DnoJ5XW1pJ — Florida AFL-CIO (@FLAFLCIO) January 16, 2024
Georgia State AFL-CIO:All #Labor #fun at the #MLKMarch #❤️ #ThankYou #Solidarity #1u #Georgia #MLK2024 #UnionsForAll pic.twitter.com/zrJPkVFqd2 — Georgia AFL-CIO (@AFLCIOGeorgia) January 15, 2024
Illinois AFL-CIO:The cold does not stop us when we are #unionstrong. Thanks to all the Committee on Political Education (COPE) members who braved the weather to kick off the political endorsement process. #1u pic.twitter.com/TTuvAE2QMh — Illinois AFL-CIO (@ILAFLCIO) January 16, 2024
Indiana State AFL-CIO:On this #MLKDay2024, we honor both a man and a movement. As Dr. King knew better than anyone, racial and economic justice are two sides of the same coin. We must constantly fight in solidarity of both to find ourselves in a world in which there is dignity for all. pic.twitter.com/NfeQ4pXlvs — Indiana AFL-CIO (@INAFLCIO) January 15, 2024
Maine AFL-CIO:On this #MLKDay2024, we honor both a man and a movement. As Dr. King knew better than anyone, racial and economic justice are two sides of the same coin. We must constantly fight in solidarity of both to find ourselves in a world in which there is dignity for all. pic.twitter.com/NfeQ4pXlvs — Indiana AFL-CIO (@INAFLCIO) January 15, 2024
Massachusetts AFL-CIO:On Sunday, February 4th, attend A Conversation with Kim Kelly - What Past Labor Struggles Can Teach Us About Future Labor Struggles pic.twitter.com/cxsxVfI2P7 — Massachusetts AFL-CIO (@massaflcio) January 16, 2024
Michigan State AFL-CIO:The fight for civil rights and the fight for workers' rights have always been intertwined. Dr. King's legacy lives on in the labor movement's constant march towards racial and economic justice for all. #MLKDay2024 pic.twitter.com/a0h27SqY1N — Michigan AFL-CIO ✊ (@MIAFLCIO) January 15, 2024
Minnesota AFL-CIO:Doctors’ union certified over Allina objections https://t.co/9IXiFvig0f #1u — Minnesota AFL-CIO (@MNAFLCIO) January 12, 2024
Missouri AFL-CIO:We are in the "best run of wage increases won by labor since the period right after the end of World War II." Working people are fighting together and we are winning together! https://t.co/kU99rAZGBl — Missouri AFL-CIO (@MOAFLCIO) January 14, 2024
Nevada State AFL-CIO:Glenn Norton will be sorely missed by all of us at the Nevada State AFL-CIO pic.twitter.com/TNtLFSDszZ — Nevada State AFL-CIO // Pass the #PROAct (@NVAFLCIO) January 16, 2024
New Hampshire AFL-CIO:THIS: “The roots of “Right-to-Work” are steeped in racism from the Jim Crow era. HB-1377 is not about worker freedom and it belongs nowhere near New Hampshire.” Thank you to our sister, @maggie_fogarty for words and #Solidarity!#NHPolitics #RTW #1u #NHLabor pic.twitter.com/VWjfFXotuV — New Hampshire AFL-CIO (@NHAFLCIO) January 10, 2024
North Carolina State AFL-CIO:This rule from @USDOL is huge for the millions of gig workers in the US. Here’s why:- Independent contractors aren't covered by protections like workers comp & the right to unionize- 30% use SNAP, 2x the rate of regular workers- 1 in 7 earn less than federal hourly min wage https://t.co/RrW3QjL8eY — NC State AFL-CIO // #CountMeIn (@NCStateAFLCIO) January 16, 2024
Ohio AFL-CIO:We are reminded at the #OtisDream event this #MLKDay from Rev. Otis Moss, Jr. that the “sound of voting is music. Freedom music.” We must continue to fight voter suppression and #gerymandering in #Ohio. Sign the @CitizenMapsOH to ensure we vote in @OhFairDistricts pic.twitter.com/TZk053To37 — Ohio AFL-CIO (@ohioaflcio) January 15, 2024
Oregon AFL-CIO:Stay safe out there and THANK YOU to every single worker who is helping keep Oregon running during these storms. https://t.co/dNGcVvAxOc — Oregon AFL-CIO (@OregonAFLCIO) January 16, 2024
Pennsylvania AFL-CIO:The PA AFL-CIO is proud to support Jim Prokopiak for District 140 State Representative because we know he will advocate and fight on behalf of our members. Make a plan to vote in the February 13 special election. #UnionsUnited #AFL-CIO pic.twitter.com/w0hq9GgK8h — PA AFL-CIO (@PaAFL_CIO) January 16, 2024
Rhode Island AFL-CIO:Tomorrow! 1/18 at noonJoin us for our first virtual Lunch and Learn of 2024!This month we address Gun Violence as a labor issue with the @RICAGV1, NEA RI, and @MEAFLCIOPlease register here: https://t.co/viW9uAajbW pic.twitter.com/oeC8s033y2 — Rhode Island AFL-CIO (@riaflcio) January 17, 2024
Tennessee AFL-CIO Labor Council:Congratulations to the @NJAFLCIO on this exciting accomplishment! One of the best ways to ensure that working families' needs are addressed is to elect union members to office at all levels of government. #1u https://t.co/UgdJgc0sQZ — Tennessee AFL-CIO (@tnaflcio) January 11, 2024
Texas AFL-CIO:Our 2024 COPE Convention is coming up! On January 28th and 29th, union members from across Texas will come together to chart a path for this years election efforts, fight for the future of our state, and gain the skills we need to mobilize like never before. pic.twitter.com/rIV2P4kVg0 — Texas AFL-CIO (@TexasAFLCIO) January 11, 2024
Virginia AFL-CIO:We love to see new additions to our favorite committee. 😆 And finally the name change we’ve all been missing ! Union sister @JeionWard , so glad to have you back, leading the charge on labor issues in VA ! #UnionStrong #UnionsForAll https://t.co/3XnqIHCF3k — Virginia AFL-CIO (@Virginia_AFLCIO) January 12, 2024
Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO:Thank you @GovInslee for lifting up important economic policies that our communities have fought for, like Paid Family Medical Leave. Together, we’ll continue to ensure Washington remains the best state to live and work in. #WAleg https://t.co/mLWbD4dGht — Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO (@WAAFLCIO) January 10, 2024
West Virginia AFL-CIO:United Food Operation Chair (and WV AFL-CIO Vice President) Elaine Harris led the kickoff of the 2024 Food Drive today. Thanks to all who participated! 👏👏 pic.twitter.com/3c2tnh5qKU — West Virginia AFLCIO (@WestVirginiaAFL) January 12, 2024
Wisconsin State AFL-CIO:“This bill does not eliminate a mere technicality but eliminates essential rights of workers,” said WI AFL-CIO President Bloomingdale. https://t.co/vHo2USqPY4 — WI AFL-CIO (@wisaflcio) January 14, 2024
Kenneth Quinnell Wed, 01/17/2024 - 10:11 — Jan 17 -
Service & Solidarity Spotlight: University of Oregon Graduate Students Reach Tentative Agreement, Avoiding Strike Service & Solidarity Spotlight: University of Oregon Graduate Students Reach Tentative Agreement, Avoiding Strike Working people across the United States have stepped up to help out our friends, neighbors and communities during these trying times. In our Service & Solidarity Spotlight series, we'll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story. The Graduate Teaching Fellows Federation (GTFF), an affiliate of the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), reached a tentative agreement on Jan. 15 with the University of Oregon on a new three-year contract. The agreement avoids an employee strike that was scheduled to start Jan. 17. The deal brings a substantial pay raise to graduate employees, continues tuition and fee waivers, increases summer employment opportunities, continues health care coverage and includes other benefits. “The deal we secured today will bring the minimum salary of all [half time] graduate employees…up to $2,550 a month in the first year,” GTFF’s announcement said. “The cumulative increases of GE salaries range from 18.98 percent to 45.32 percent over the life of the 3-year contract, depending on GE level and rate.” A ratification vote is expected to be held later in the week. Kenneth Quinnell Wed, 01/17/2024 - 09:29 — Jan 17
AFL-CIO Blog
- Service & Solidarity Spotlight: More Cannabis Workers in New Jersey Join UFCW Local 152
- 2024 is All About Worker Power: What Working People Are Doing This Week
- Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Registered Nurses at Northern Maine Medical Center Vote Overwhelmingly to Join MSNA/NNOC
- Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.: In the States Roundup
- Service & Solidarity Spotlight: University of Oregon Graduate Students Reach Tentative Agreement, Avoiding Strike