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Trumka: Trump Speech Ironic, Deceitful, and Simply Offensive

AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka released the following statement in reaction to Donald Trump’s economic plans.
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The Economy Adds 255,000 Jobs in July, and Unemployment Unchanged at 4.9%

The U.S. economy added 255,000 jobs in July and unemployment was unchanged at 4.9%, according to figures released this morning by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Union-Made in America Clothes at the Olympics

Look for union-made in America clothing at the Olympics.
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10 Reasons Hillary Clinton Stands with Working People

Working people recognize the high stakes in the 2016 presidential election. On one side, you have Donald Trump, who supports "right to work," which takes away power from working people,...
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Cleveland's Working People Speak Out Against Trump: Ed's Story

"I am happy that trade issues are getting so much attention in this election," said steelworker Ed Rico in Cleveland this week. "It is a critical issue for places like...
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Cleveland's Working People Speak Out Against Trump: Wanda's Story

"Trump tries to talk a good game about trade policy, but how is someone like me supposed to believe a word he says when his own business practices threaten my...