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Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Art Institute of Chicago Workers Ratify First Contract
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.
Economy Gains 336,000 Jobs in September; Unemployment Steady at 3.8%
The U.S. economy gained 336,000 jobs in September, and the unemployment rate remained at 3.8%, according to figures released Friday morning by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. This strong jobs report shows the continued success of President Biden's policies.
Hispanic Heritage Month Profiles: Yahaira Lopez
Throughout Hispanic Heritage Month, the AFL-CIO will be profiling leaders and activists to spotlight the diverse contributions Hispanics and Latinos have made to the labor movement. Today's profile features Yahaira Lopez of the Flight Attendants (AFA-CWA).
Hispanic Heritage Month Profiles: Jerónimo Álvarez
Throughout Hispanic Heritage Month, the AFL-CIO will be profiling leaders and activists to spotlight the diverse contributions Hispanics and Latinos have made to the labor movement. Today's profile features Jerónimo Álvarez of the Farm Labor Organizing Committee (FLOC).
Service & Solidarity Spotlight: UAW Video, ‘Broken Promises,’ Shows the Roots of the Strike Against the Big Three Automakers
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.